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Wednesday, May 27, 2026
TopicMaharashtra Politics

Topic: Maharashtra Politics

Uddhav’s first MLC term broke the Thackeray glass ceiling, but was a lost opportunity

The Shiv Sena leader entered the Maharashtra Upper House by compulsion, governed through crisis, and left behind a record his own supporters call an opportunity lost.

Ajit Pawar’s death brings new churn to Maharashtra politics. Pawar family still holds the key

To carry forward Ajit Pawar’s political legacy, Sunetra Pawar would be given the mandate. It means power may remain in his family, and the other faction may have to wait longer.

A teary farewell in Baramati: In death, Ajit Pawar brings political rivals, entire Pawar clan together

Maharashtra deputy CM’s last journey drew massive crowds from across state, united in grief at Baramati, his political launchpad & a seat he represented in legislature since 1991.

Siddaramaiah did a big disservice to Karnataka by not greeting German Chancellor Merz

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Rumbles in NCP camps over Pawar parivar civic poll pact—discontent for some, practical move for others

Coalition of NCPs led by Sharad Pawar and Ajit Pawar sets off speculation of a merger in the future even as parties say alliance only for Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad civic polls.

Ranjitsinh Nimbalkar: Former BJP MP caught in a political storm over Satara doctor suicide case

The doctor was found hanging in a hotel room in Satara with a note scrawled on her palm that said a cop had raped her multiple times and landlord’s son had sexually harassed her.

How a new Pawar is becoming a big headache for Maharashtra govt, with a senior Pawar’s blessing

From exposing ministers’ alleged misconduct to joining protests, NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar's new role as party general secretary has seen him taking on state govt more aggressively.

With talks of leadership change & mega membership drives, both NCPs kick off local polls campaign

Both NCP factions held their functions in Pune—an NCP stronghold. Sharad & Ajit Pawar said any decisions on alliances in different places would be made after consulting local leaders.

Is a Pawar reunion on the cards? What the two NCPs are thinking

Hopes of the factions joining hands were raised after frequent meetings between Sharad & Ajit Pawar. Rohit Pawar says it’ll be an ‘emotional decision’.

Uddhav Sena draws Mahayuti flak for skipping Pahalgam all-party meet, slams Amit Shah

In Saamana, the party asked what a govt 'that clamps down on Oppn' will achieve with the meeting. MP Arvind Sawant said, he & MP Sanjay Raut were traveling for parliamentary work.

On Camera

Football can be cruel, some stars won’t play 2026 World Cup—Lewandowski to Kvaratskhelia

The World Cup comes once every four years, but careers aren’t aligned accordingly. One injury, one failed qualification campaign, one bad season, and an entire generation disappears from the biggest stage of football.

Taiwan overtakes India as world’s fifth largest stock market

The island’s market capitalization climbed to $4.95 trillion as of Monday, driven by chipmaker Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. India’s value has dropped to $4.92 trillion.

800 displays, 72 cities: IAF’s legendary Surya Kiran Aerobatic Team completes 30 years

Operating under the motto ‘Sadaiva Sarvottama’ (Always the Best), the team functions as part of the IAF’s No. 52 Squadron, affectionately nicknamed ‘The Sharks’.

2026 is like 1973 Indira-era oil shock plus youth anger. Modi has space, but not immunity

An oil shock, monsoon fears, rampant unemployment, and the seeming inevitability of inflation are common to both eras. Indira Gandhi’s self-destructive responses are instructive today.