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Amid the impasse over formation of new government in Maharashtra, senior Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut on Sundaysaid his party will talk to the BJP only on the issue of the chief minister's post. (Photo: File)

Talks with BJP will only be on CM's post: Sanjay Raut

The BJP and Shiv Sena are currently at loggerheads over sharing of power in the new government.

03 Nov 2019 2:44 PM

In an editorial in its mouthpiece Saamna, Shiv Sena said BJP could not prove the majority if it claims to form the government without taking it on board. (Photo: File | ANI)

'May form govt with NCP, Congress': Shiv Sena sends strong message to BJP

The BJP and Shiv Sena are in a tussle over the equal distribution of Cabinet portfolios and term of CM's post for 2.5 years each.

03 Nov 2019 12:48 PM

Will soon leave wait and watch mode, says Shiv Sena

In fact, there have been no official talks between the two saffron allies so far.

03 Nov 2019 2:18 AM

When asked about speculation that Devendra Fadnavis will take oath as Chief Minister for a second term early next week, Raut pointed out that the governor invites the single largest party to form the government as per convention. (Photo: File)

Maharashtra: Sena softens stand on forming govt, says will adhere to 'coalition dharma'

In Oct 21 assembly polls, BJP failed to perform up to the mark though it emerged as the single largest party by winning 105 seats.

02 Nov 2019 4:02 PM

The BJP-Shiv Sena alliance won an absolute majority in the Maharashtra Assembly polls with the former emerging as the single-largest party with 105 seats. (Photo: PTI/File)

What will be, will be: Sanjay Raut on government formation in Maharashtra

The formula is a rotational arrangement in which a Chief Minister from each party will split the five-year term equally.

30 Oct 2019 1:31 PM

Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis

No 50:50, I will be CM for full term, says Devendra Fadnavis

Shiv Sena cancels meet to discuss government formation, taunts BJP.

30 Oct 2019 2:58 AM

Even as most exit polls conducted after the October 21 Maharashtra assembly elections predicted a comfortable majority for the BJP-led NDA, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut said its ally BJP would not be able to form the next government without the support of the Uddhav Thackeray-led party. (Photo: File)

'BJP cant form government without our help,' says Shiv Sena

Raut's statement comes on the eve of counting of votes for the high-stake polls.

24 Oct 2019 8:02 AM

Addressing a mammoth gathering at the parties traditional Dussehra rally at Shivaji Park here, Raut stated that Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis will be seen sitting next to party chief Uddhav Thackeray in the next Dussehra rally. (Photo: File)

There will be Shiv Sena Chief Minister in state in times to come: Sanjay Raut

Raut further asserted that Shiv Sena's name would be written on the first brick that would be used in the construction of Ram Mandir.

09 Oct 2019 8:28 AM

Javadekar said that development and environment protection should be done together. (Photo: File)

Environment minister backs cutting of Mumbai's Aarey trees

Protests erupted after the Bombay High Court dismissed all petitions against the proposed cutting down of over 2,500 trees in Aarey Colony.

06 Oct 2019 11:09 AM

Raut backs NCP chief in money laundering case filed by ED

Raut further said that the ED case had acquired a political dimension and that the Maratha strongman was a respected figure.

28 Sep 2019 3:26 AM

Seat-sharing tougher than India-Pak Partition: Sanjay Raut

The Sena leader also said that had his party chosen to occupy the Opposition benches, the picture today would have been different.

25 Sep 2019 3:10 AM

Asked whether the Shiv Sena will have an alliance with the BJP for next month's state polls, Raut said that his party is always "positive" in its thinking. (Photo: ANI)

BJP needs introspection if it can't honour its word: Shiv Sena's Raut

The Shiv Sena has been insisting on 50:50 division of seats, but the BJP does not appear to be amiable to this deal.

24 Sep 2019 3:09 PM

‘Those who are thinking that alliance will not happen are going to be disappointed,’ Chandrakant Patil said. (Photo: ANI)

BJP-Sena would get 220 seats in Maharashtra elections: BJP's Chandrakant Patil

‘The sharing of 288 seats is a bigger exercise than India-Pakistan partition,’ Sanjay Raut said.

24 Sep 2019 3:01 PM

Senior Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut. (Photo: PTI/File)

Next 24 hours crucial for Shiv Sena-BJP: Sanjay Raut

Earlier in the day, chief minister Devendra Fadnavis said the official announcement on seat-sharing deal will be made at the “right time”.

24 Sep 2019 3:10 AM

Sanjay Raut says ties may break if not given equal seats

The BJP and Shiv Sena contested 2014 Assembly elections separately after they failed to strike a seat-sharing deal.

20 Sep 2019 3:41 AM

PoK will be part of India by 2022, says Sanjay Raut

The Shiv Sena chief further said countries like the US “need not poke their nose into our issues”.

12 Sep 2019 2:01 AM

Shiv Sena spokesperson and Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Raut

Sanjay Raut slams centre over weak economy

The article noted that Mr Modi became popular as he dared to conduct surgical strikes in Pakistan and abrogate Article 370.

26 Aug 2019 2:31 AM

'He was sent back because there were chances that the situation could get dangerous,' Raut said. (Photo: File)

If Rahul wants to visit J&K for enjoyment, will make arrangements: Sanjay Raut

A delegation of leaders including Rahul Gandhi on Saturday was sent back to Delhi from Srinagar Airport.

25 Aug 2019 1:39 PM

Modi govt fulfilling Shiv Sena’s agenda, says Sanjay Raut

The Sena spokesperson added that the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) would also be implemented across the country soon.

17 Aug 2019 1:31 AM

'Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) MLAs Dhanraj Mahale and Dilip joined the Shiv Sena in the presence of party chief Uddhav Thackeray,' Photo: ANI)

NCP MLAs Dhanraj Mahale, Dilip join Shiv Sena

'This has boosted the strength of our party,' said Sanjay Raut of Shiv Sena.

16 Aug 2019 5:12 PM

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