Raj Thackeray
Indian politician (born 1968)
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Raj Shrikant Thackeray is an Indian politician and the founding chairperson of Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), a regional political party. He is the nephew of Balasaheb Thackeray.
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Raj Thackeray's men remove Gujarati display board at Navi Mumbai BJP MLA's office; taken off under police supervisionIn Navi Mumbai, MNS members, joined by other political party workers, successfully pressured the removal of a Gujarati signboard from a Gujarat BJP MLA's office. Following an ultimatum, the group..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Right decision will be taken at right time: Uddhav on RajUddhav Thackeray has affirmed the alliance with his cousin Raj Thackeray, emphasizing their commitment to Maharashtra's progress and Marathi identity. He stated that discussions are ongoing and..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Language row: PIL filed in SC against Raj Thackeray; MNS chief accused of inciting violenceIndiaTimes - Published | |
'Dubo-dubo ke...': Raj Thackeray hits back at BJP MP Nishikant Dubey's 'patak patak ke maarenge' remarksIn a counter-attack, Raj Thackeray said, 'A BJP MP said, 'Marathi logon ko hum yahan pe patak patak ke maarenge'... You come to Mumbai. Mumbai ke samundar mein dubo dubo ke maarenge.'DNA - Published | |
Will shut schools if Hindi is imposed from Class 1 in Maharashtra: Raj ThackerayIndiaTimes - Published | |
'You come to Mumbai': Raj Thackeray counters BJP MP Nishikant Dubey's 'patak ke maarenge' with 'dubo ke maarenge'; language row escalatesMNS chief Raj Thackeray retaliated against BJP MP Nishikant Dubey's threatening remark, daring him to visit Mumbai, escalating the language debate in Maharashtra. Thackeray warned of retaliation in..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Why attack Hindi speakers?' Nishikant Dubey defends 'patak ke marenge' remarks; hits out at Thackerays over language-based violence in MumbaiNishikant Dubey defended his controversial "tumko patak patak ke marenge" remark, asserting that Mumbai belongs to all, not just Marathi speakers. He criticized the targeting of Hindi speakers and..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Tried to belittle Marathi': Raj Thackeray slams assembly brawl; defends MNS 'soldiers'MNS chief Raj Thackeray criticized the recent violence in the Maharashtra Assembly, decrying the decline in political decorum and demanding accountability. He questioned the obsession with power and..IndiaTimes - Published | |
āBullying non-Marathi speakers is wrongā: Ramdas Athawale warns of action in Maharashtra; calls Uddhav, Raj Thackerayās stand āagainst Balasahebās visionāIndiaTimes - Published | |
'Can come to the ruling side': Fadnavis offers Uddhav Thackeray, says BJP not going to be in opposition 'at least till 2029'Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis hinted at a possible BJP-Shiv Sena (UBT) coalition, suggesting Uddhav Thackeray could join the ruling side. This remark comes amid Uddhav's criticism of the BJP and..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Don't speak to media': Raj Thackeray gags MNS workers amid language row; warns against social media postsIndiaTimes - Published | |
Marathi-Hindi row: Nishikant Dubey doubles down; cites 2007 'Wikileaks document' to target Raj ThackerayBJP MP Nishikant Dubey escalated his feud with MNS chief Raj Thackeray, sharing a "Wikileaks" document alleging Thackeray is inciting Marathi-Hindi tensions for political gain before Mumbai's municipal..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Go to Raj Thackeray's house for compensation': Rajshree More narrates face-off with MNS leader's son; asks 'where am I safe?'Social media influencer Rajshree More accused Rahil Shaikh, son of an MNS leader, of abuse and threats following a road accident in Mumbai. Shaikh, allegedly drunk, hurled slurs and invoked his MNS..IndiaTimes - Published | Drunk, shirtless MNS leaderās son abuses woman, flaunts father's clout - Viral videoRaj Thackeray's MNS faced criticism after a video surfaced showing an MNS leader's son, Rahil Shaikh, verbally abusing a Marathi-speaking woman following a car accident. Rahil, allegedly intoxicated,..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Separate politics from language': 26/11 hero Praveen Teotia slams Thackerays over Marathi row; urges to not divide nationFormer navy commando Praveen Kumar Teotia, a 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks veteran, has criticized MNS chief Raj Thackeray and his party amidst a dispute over the Marathi language. Teotia questioned the..IndiaTimes - Published | Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis issues BIG statement after Uddhav, Raj Thackeray's mega rally: 'I am thankful...'Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has reacted to a mega rally held by former CM Uddhav Thackeray and his cousin Raj Thackeray. During the rally in Mumbai, Raj Thackeray sarcastically..DNA - Published |
Evening news wrap: Thackeray brothers unite after 20 years; Bilawal Bhutto says Pak open to extraditing terrorists; and moreUddhav and Raj Thackeray reunited after two decades, criticizing the BJP for undermining Marathi culture. Bilawal Bhutto Zardari expressed willingness to extradite terror suspects with Indian..IndiaTimes - Published | Thackeray & sons: What led to Uddhav-Raj reunion after 20 years? A 'Marathi Manoos' power playAfter nearly two decades, Raj Thackeray and Uddhav Thackeray reunited, celebrating the Maharashtra government's reversal of its decision to impose Hindi as a third language in schools. Uddhav hinted at..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Balasaheb must be blessing me': Fadnavis on Thackeray reunion; takes 'rudali' swipe at Uddhav's speechMaharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis derided Uddhav Thackeray's speech at a joint rally as a 'rudali' act, not a victory celebration. Fadnavis criticised Uddhav for focusing on his government's..IndiaTimes - Published | Hindi row: Congress slams Thackeray cousins for hogging credit for govt's rollback; casts doubt on reunionCongress has criticized Uddhav and Raj Thackeray for taking sole credit for the government's reversal on introducing Hindi in Maharashtra schools, emphasizing that widespread opposition from various..IndiaTimes - Published |
'We have come together to stay together': Uddhav Thackeray's big statement on reunion with brother Raj ThackerayThe Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) and Shiv Sena (UBT) are holding a joint rally in Mumbai to oppose the alleged imposition of the Hindi language over Maharashtra by the state government.DNA - Published | 'Maha' reunion: At mega rally, Uddhav & Raj Thackeray vow to 'stay together'; attack Mahayuti govt over Hindi 'imposition'In a significant political development, Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray reunited after two decades at a rally in Mumbai, demonstrating a united front against the perceived imposition of Hindi in..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Maharashtra is bigger than politics': Raj Thackeray on reunion with Uddhav ThackerayThackeray brothers garlanded the statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj at the joint rally of their parties, Shiv Sena (UBT) and Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) at Worli Dome in Mumbai.DNA - Published | Language row: 'Fadnavis did what Balasaheb could not,' says Raj Thackeray at 'victory' rally with UddhavIndiaTimes - Published |
After 2 decades, Uddhav and Raj Thackeray set to share stage at 'victory' rally todayThe last time the two cousins shared the stage was during the election campaign of Malvan assembly bypoll in 2005 after former chief minister Narayan Rane had quit the undivided Shiv Sena.DNA - Published | When Raj meets Uddhav (again): Thackerays to hold joint 'victory' rally today; reunite over Hindi 'imposition'Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray are set to share a stage after 20 years for a joint rally celebrating the withdrawal of government resolutions related to the three-language policy. The rally,..IndiaTimes - Published |
Morning news wrap: Iran says Israel ran to 'daddy', Bigg Boss star Shefali Jariwala dies of cardiac arrest & moreAmidst rising tensions, Iran's foreign minister taunted Israel and questioned US President Trump's nuclear deal intentions. Actress Shefali Jariwala tragically passed away at 42 due to cardiac arrest...IndiaTimes - Published | 20 years after split, Uddhav & Raj join hands to oppose 'Hindi imposition' in MaharashtraUddhav and Raj Thackeray are set to unite for a joint protest march on July 5 against the alleged imposition of Hindi in Maharashtra schools. This marks their first political collaboration in two..IndiaTimes - Published |
'United march against Hindi imposition': Language row to unite Thackeray brothers? What Sanjay Raut saidUddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray are joining forces. They will protest the mandatory Hindi language imposition in Maharashtra schools. Sanjay Raut announced a joint march on July 5. This..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Whatever Maharashtra wishes': Uddhav Thackeray on possible Shiv Sena (UBT)-MNS allianceUddhav Thackeray has left the decision of a potential alliance between Shiv Sena (UBT) and Raj Thackeray's MNS to the people of Maharashtra. This comes amid discussions of a possible reunion between..IndiaTimes - Published |
Uddhav-Raj Thackeray reunion: Are Sena (UBT) and MNS leaders ready for alliance?Rumors of a reunion between Uddhav and Raj Thackeray gain traction as both Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS leaders acknowledge the need to address organizational alignment and personal relationships. Recent..IndiaTimes - Published | Fawad Khan-starrer 'Abir Gulal' caught in controversy as Raj Thackeray-led MNS opposes its release: 'Will not allow Pak actors...'Pakistani actor Fawad Khan and Indian actress Vaani Kapoor-starrer upcoming film - Abir Gulal - found itself in the midst of a controversy after Raj Thackeray-led Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS)..DNA - Published |
'Topic of Aurangzeb's tomb has been raised unnecessarily,' says RSS leader Suresh JoshiSenior RSS leader Suresh 'Bhaiyyaji' Joshi dismissed the controversy over Mughal emperor Aurangzeb's tomb, stating it is unnecessary. He emphasized India's inclusiveness, referencing Shivaji Maharaj's..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Read history from books not WhatsApp': Raj Thackeray on row over Aurangazeb's tombMNS chief Raj Thackeray condemned efforts to create communal tensions over Aurangzeb's tomb and urged people to study history from books rather than WhatsApp. He emphasized that the country should not..IndiaTimes - Published |
Raj Thackeray flags Ganga pollution issue, declines drinking Maha Kumbh waterMNS chief Raj Thackeray raised concerns over the cleanliness of the Ganga river, questioning the water quality during the Maha Kumbh. Despite its sacred status, recent CPCB reports showed significant..IndiaTimes - Published | Infrastructure projects shouldnāt displace āsons of the soilā: Raj ThackerayMaharashtra Navnirman Sena chief Raj Thackeray emphasized the need to prioritize the interests of locals in state's developmental projects to prevent displacement and loss of cultural identity...IndiaTimes - Published |
Mahim assembly election results 2024: Amit Thackeray trails against Mahesh SawantAmit Thackeray, son of MNS chief Raj Thackeray, trailed in early vote counting for Mumbai's Mahim constituency. The ruling BJP-led Mahayuti alliance, of which MNS is a part, showed strong performance..IndiaTimes - Published | Raj Thackeray may play key role after poll results in Maharashtra: Bala NandgaonkarBala Nandgaonkar, Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) candidate for the Shivadi constituency, believes his party leader Raj Thackeray will be instrumental in shaping the post-election political landscape...IndiaTimes - Published |
MNS cancels Shivaji Park rally, UBT only one in the queue nowRaj Thackeray's Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) has canceled its closing election rally at Mumbai's Shivaji Park, citing lack of permission from the state government. With MNS withdrawing, the Uddhav..IndiaTimes - Published | DNA TV Show: Loudspeaker controversy erupts ahead of Maharashtra PollsRaj Thackeray says that if his government is formed, he will remove loudspeakers from all mosques. Nitesh Rane has also supported this statement of Raj Thackeray.DNA - Published |
Uddhav Thackeray holds 4 Mumbai rallies on last day, calls MNS chief Raj 'mercenary'Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray campaigned in Mumbai, addressing the INDIA bloc and criticizing BJP, PM Modi, MNS chief Raj Thackeray, and the BMC spending issue. He highlighted the controversy..IndiaTimes - Published | Those who allied with the Congress betrayed voters: Mahayuti's Naresh MhaskeNaresh Mhaske, a close confidante of Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and former mayor, discusses his challenges and plans as the Mahayuti candidate for parliament. He addresses opposition, coalition..IndiaTimes - Published |
Raj Thackeray tears into UBT, NCP over leader poachingIndiaTimes - Published | Lok Sabha Polls: Raj Thackeray extends 'unconditional' support to BJP-Shiv Sena-NCP allianceMaharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray on Tuesday extended his party's unconditional support to the Mahayuti alliance of BJP, Shiv Sena and the NCP.DNA - Published |
Raj Thackeray declare his party support to Modi & BJP, in last election he was against themRaj Thackeray, the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) president, has expressed his support for the BJP-led Mahayuti (Shiv Sena of CM Eknath Shinde and NCP of Ajit Pawar) in the forthcoming parliamentary..IndiaTimes - Published | Expect Raj Thackeray to declare support for Modi today: FadnavisFadnavis confirms MNS joining NDA after Thackeray's 2014 endorsement of Modi. Thackeray expected to announce support at Gudi Padwa rally. Alignment with Mahayuti, Hindutva, BJP noted. Concerns over..IndiaTimes - Published |
āBJP may give Raj Thackeray seats for only state, civic pollsāMNS leader Raj Thackeray to convene a core committee meeting on Thursday, according to Clara Lewis. Sources reveal Thackeray, engaged with BJP, may not get a Lok Sabha seat but could be considered for..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Talks positive': What Fadnavis said on Raj Thackeray and Amit Shah's meetIndiaTimes - Published |
'BJP trying to steal...': Uddhav Thackeray reacts as MNS chief Raj Thackeray meets Union Home Minister Amit ShahAttacking the BJP over the attempt to ally with his estranged cousin, Uddhav Thackeray alleged that his former ally was trying to ''steal'' a ''Thackeray'' to win elections.DNA - Published | Raj Thackeray meets Shah, sparks Maha poll tie-up buzzRaj Thackeray's Delhi visit and meeting with Amit Shah spark speculation of a Lok Sabha tie-up. Observer Ravikiran Deshmukh discusses potential constituencies and the influence of Uddhav Thackeray in..IndiaTimes - Published |