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  Operation Tiger 2.0 loading? Shinde camp claims 14 UBT MLAs ready to rebel

  Maharashtra | June 26, 2026 14:28 IST

  According to sources, three to four MLAs from the Shiv Sena (UBT) met Eknath Shinde a few days ago and reportedly informed him that a group of 12 to 14 legislators was prepared to switch allegiance to his faction.

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  Why did Uddhav Sena MP Omraje Nimbalkar join Shinde camp? Rebel leader reveals his reasons

  Maharashtra | June 23, 2026 23:53 IST

  Dharashiv MP Omraje Nimbalkar has revealed why he left Shiv Sena (UBT) and joined the Eknath Shinde-led faction. The MP cited assurances regarding his father's case and the need to accelerate development work in his constituency.

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  Shiv Sena UBT in for more setbacks? Shinde Sena warns of 'explosions' as MLAs skip Uddhav's key meet

  Maharashtra | June 23, 2026 11:03 IST

  Shiv Sena leader Shrikant Shinde has hinted at more political defections after six MPs from the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena joined the Eknath Shinde faction. Calling the latest development "just the trailer," Shrikant Shinde said "explosions after explosions" would continue.

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  Uddhav Thackeray suffers major setback as all 6 rebel MPs join Shinde-led Shiv Sena

  Maharashtra | June 22, 2026 23:43 IST

  Six MPs from the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena faction formally joined the Shiv Sena headed by Shinde, a move being viewed as a major political setback for the opposition camp.

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  Shiv Sena UBT crisis: Operation Tiger now complete and successful: Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath

  Maharashtra | June 22, 2026 17:36 IST

  The MPs who joined the Shinde Sena are-- Sanjay Haribhau Jadhav, Bhausaheb Rajaram Wakchaure, Omprakash Bhupalsingh Nimbalkar, Sanjay Dina Patil, Sanjay Uttamrao Deshmukh and Nagesh Bapurao Patil Ashtikar.

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  Six Sena-UBT MPs likely to join Shinde camp today; Uddhav calls legislators' meeting

  Maharashtra | June 22, 2026 10:34 IST

  6 Sena (UBT) MPs likely to join Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena today; Uddhav calls Legislators' meeting

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  Operation Tiger: Shiv Sena (UBT) issues show cause notice to absente MPs, threatens disqualification

  Maharashtra | June 20, 2026 13:45 IST

  Shiv Sena (UBT) has issued fresh show-cause notices to MPs who skipped a key party meeting, warning of possible disqualification under the Anti-Defection Law.

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  'Some people are dogs, but not loyal': Sanjay Raut's cryptic post after Shinde's jab at Uddhav

  Maharashtra | June 20, 2026 10:23 IST

  Raut's post comes at a time when the Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) is staring at a possible second major split, nearly four years after the rebellion spearheaded by Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde dramatically altered the party's political landscape.

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  Uddhav calls rebel MPs 'traitors' on Shiv Sena Foundation Day, Shinde says this is just a trailer

  Maharashtra | June 19, 2026 23:48 IST

  While Eknath said some people are trying to weaken his faction, Uddhav said some people might have expected to see a broken Shiv Sainik, but that is not the case at all. It should be noted that on the occasion of Shiv Sena's 60th foundation day, both factions of the party held separate rallies.

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  Aaditya Thackeray calls rebel Sena MPs ungrateful: 'You have sold yourselves'

  Maharashtra | June 19, 2026 15:40 IST

  Aaditya Thackeray said “Once again, we are witnessing a shocking example of filthy politics. These shameless, ungrateful, and corrupt individuals—those who won in 2024 because of certain people—are now betraying them!"

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  'Real Sena' vs 'Traitors': Shiv Sena legacy tussle sees Shinde, Uddhav camps indulge in poster wars

  Maharashtra | June 19, 2026 14:12 IST

  While the Uddhav camp has put up posters branding the rebels as "traitors," the Shinde faction has asserted that the Eknath Shinde-led party is the "real Shiv Sena." Both leaders are scheduled to address separate gatherings in Mumbai later in the day.

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  Sharad Pawar's NCP split next after Shiv Sena UBT? Ajit Pawar camp claims MPs in touch

  Maharashtra | June 19, 2026 14:12 IST

  Amid the ongoing rebellion in Shiv Sena (UBT), fresh political speculation has emerged around Sharad Pawar's NCP-SP. Leaders from the Ajit Pawar-led NCP have claimed that some MPs from the Sharad Pawar camp are in touch with them.

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  Why a split in Akhilesh's Samajwadi Party not easy like that of Mamata's TMC and Uddhav's Shiv Sena?

  Uttar Pradesh | June 18, 2026 23:29 IST

  After the claims were made by Om Prakash Rajbhar and Keshav Prasad Maurya, questions have started arising about whether a similar split is possible in the Samajwadi Party, like the Shiv Sena (UBT) in Maharashtra and the TMC MPs in West Bengal have formed their own factions.

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  Uddhav Sena stares at second split as six Lok Sabha MPs skip parliamentary meet in Delhi

  India | June 18, 2026 13:18 IST

  The six of Shiv Sena (UBT)'s Lok Sabha members who skipped party's parliamentary meeting in New Delhi on Thursday were Sanjay Jadhav, Bhausaheb Wakchaure, Omraje Nimbalkar, Sanjay Dina Patil, Sanjay Deshmukh and Nagesh Patil Ashtikar.

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  Shiv Sena-UBT Rebellion LIVE Updates: UBT to send show cause notice to 6 MPs who skipped meet

  India | June 18, 2026 19:59 IST

  Shiv Sena (UBT) Rebellion LIVE Updates: Despite six of the nine Lok Sabha members skipping Thursday's meeting, the Shiv Sena (UBT), headed by former Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray, has maintained that all legislators are united and the party remains the original Shiv Sena.

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  'Operation Tiger' rumours intensify as Uddhav Sena convenes crucial MPs' meeting

  India | June 18, 2026 8:35 IST

  The development comes a day after a group of rebel UBT leaders met Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and claimed to have support of six out of nine party MPs in the Lower House. Considering this, the UBT has issued a three-line whip to all Lok Sabha members to attend Thursday's parliamentary meeting.

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  'Resign if you want to switch': Sanjay Raut dares rebel MPs as defection fears rattle Uddhav's Sena

  India | June 17, 2026 12:25 IST

  Reiterating the party's stand, Raut said the Shiv Sena (UBT) whip remained in force and that the party's legal battle over its identity and rights was continuing. He also revealed that the party had written to the Lok Sabha Speaker regarding the developments.

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  Shiv Sena UBT Rebellion Update: Merger process underway, announcement likely on June 21, says report

  India | June 17, 2026 22:53 IST

  A faction of rebel Shiv Sena (UBT) leaders has reportedly approached Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, claiming the support of six of the party's nine MPs and exploring a merger with the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena.

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  Trouble for Uddhav's Sena: All about the six MPs who may switch sides to join Shinde camp

  India | June 17, 2026 11:03 IST

  These MPs are expected to meet Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla today to seek recognition as a separate group. If approved, the faction may later merge with Shinde’s Shiv Sena. Ahead of the meeting, the MPs are scheduled to gather at Srikant Shinde’s residence in Delhi.

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  Raj Thackeray to Eknath Shinde: Leaders who abandoned Uddhav Thackeray, leaving Shiva Sena cracked

  Maharashtra | June 17, 2026 8:17 IST

  Operation Tiger news: Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena camp is staring at yet another crisis, with 7 MPs likely to split from the party. However, this is not the first time that leaders have broken ranks with Uddhav. The party's history is filled with rebellions.