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Sharad Pawar says Haryana election results will not affect Maharashtra

Responding to a question about the INDIA bloc’s strategy following the Congress’s defeat in Haryana, he acknowledged the BJP’s dominance in the state but emphasised the importance of Jammu and Kashmir’s political developments.

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NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar asserted on Thursday that the results of the recent Haryana elections, where the BJP registered victory by defeating the Congress, will not influence the upcoming elections in Maharashtra.

Noting the recently concluded Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections, where the NC-Congress coalition retained power by defeating the BJP, Pawar said: “We are studying Haryana, but at the same time, look at the results of Jammu and Kashmir polls. I do not think that Haryana’s results will have any bearing on Maharashtra’s elections. As far as Jammu and Kashmir is concerned, the world community gives more attention to it, and the results of Jammu and Kashmir are more important for the country.”

Elections for the 288-member Maharashtra Assembly are scheduled for November 20, with results to be declared on November 23. In the Haryana polls held on 5 October, the BJP achieved an unprecedented third term in the state, winning 48 out of 90 seats, while Congress secured 37 seats. Nayab Singh Saini took oath as the new Chief Minister.

Pawar also addressed the unveiling of the new Lady of Justice statue at the Supreme Court, which features open eyes replacing the traditional blindfold and the Constitution in hand instead of a sword. He remarked, “A new direction has been shown by the CJI as this thought never occurred in this country.”

Responding to a question about the INDIA bloc’s strategy following the Congress’s defeat in Haryana, he acknowledged the BJP’s dominance in the state but emphasised the importance of Jammu and Kashmir’s political developments.

Responding to a query on the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) not accepting the NCP (SP)’s request to freeze the trumpet symbol available in the free list of symbols, Pawar explained that the Election Commission of India had informed them the picture of their party symbol was not very clear.

However, he added, “So we can expect that it (the symbol) will not affect us,” as the image has now been enlarged for better visibility. The NCP (SP) had previously requested the poll body to freeze the trumpet symbol, as it bears resemblance to the “man blowing turha” symbol formally allocated to their party.

Moreover, Pawar mentioned that the decision on which seats in Satara district the NCP (SP) would demand as part of the Maha Vikas Aghadi’s seat-sharing will be determined by the party’s state unit chief, Jayant Patil.

Regarding the projection of a chief ministerial candidate for the MVA, Pawar stated that the matter had been resolved among the three coalition constituents—Shiv Sena (UBT), Congress, and NCP (SP)—as clarified during a joint press conference with Uddhav Thackeray present. Concluding, he hinted at a more significant role for Jayant Patil, saying, “Patil has a big responsibility as he is the state president of the party.”

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West Bengal Governor dissolves Assembly amid political transition 

Governor R N Ravi dissolved the West Bengal Assembly after the 2026 poll results, with the BJP securing a majority in the state elections.

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The West Bengal Legislative Assembly was dissolved following the conclusion of the 2026 Assembly elections, in which the Bharatiya Janata Party secured a clear majority in the state.

Governor R N Ravi issued the order dissolving the Assembly as the state prepared for the transition of power after the election results. According to reports, the BJP won 207 seats in the 294-member Assembly, while the Trinamool Congress secured 80 seats.

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee questioned the election outcome and alleged irregularities in the poll process, claiming the mandate had been “looted”.

The dissolution came as the tenure of the existing Assembly ended on May 7, 2026. The development has sparked political discussions over the formation of the next government in the state.

Meanwhile, Mamata Banerjee held a meeting with newly elected Trinamool Congress MLAs in Kolkata and reportedly raised concerns over internal sabotage during the elections.

The BJP is expected to begin the formal process of government formation in West Bengal after its decisive victory in the Assembly polls.

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Eknath Shinde’s helicopter returns to Mumbai mid-flight due to bad weather

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde’s helicopter was forced to return to Mumbai after the pilot detected approaching storm conditions during a flight to Thane district.

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A helicopter carrying Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde was forced to return to Mumbai on Thursday after encountering adverse weather conditions during a flight to Thane district.

According to officials, Shinde had departed from Mahalaxmi Racecourse in south Mumbai around 3.30 pm and was travelling to Murbad in Thane district to attend a wedding function related to a party worker’s family.

The helicopter reportedly reached the Airoli area in Navi Mumbai when the pilot noticed an approaching storm and informed the deputy chief minister about the deteriorating weather conditions. Following the alert, the flight was turned back as a precautionary measure.

The helicopter later landed safely at the Pawan Hans facility in Juhu, Mumbai. Officials said Shinde was accompanied by members of his staff, including personal assistant Prabhakar Kale, special executive officer Balsingh Rajput and media adviser Vinay Patrdukar.

The incident comes amid changing weather conditions and storm activity reported in parts of Maharashtra in recent days.

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Nitish Kumar’s son Nishant among 32 inducted in Bihar cabinet expansion

Nishant Kumar entered the Bihar cabinet for the first time as 32 ministers from NDA allies took oath in a major expansion of the state government.

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A major cabinet expansion took place in Bihar on Thursday, with 32 leaders from the ruling NDA alliance inducted into the state government. Among the prominent names was Nishant Kumar, son of former Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar, who entered the cabinet for the first time.

The expansion included representatives from all major NDA allies in the state. According to reports, the BJP secured 15 ministerial berths, while JD(U) got 13 positions. Two ministers were inducted from Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas), while Hindustani Awam Morcha and Rashtriya Lok Morcha received one berth each.

The oath-taking ceremony was held in Patna in the presence of senior NDA leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.

Nishant Kumar’s induction comes weeks after he formally entered active politics. His entry into the Bihar cabinet is being viewed as a significant development for JD(U), which had long projected an anti-dynasty image under Nitish Kumar’s leadership.

The cabinet reshuffle follows Nitish Kumar’s move to the Rajya Sabha earlier this year and the formation of the government led by Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary.

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