Lok Sabha polls: NCP (SCP) releases 1st list of candidates, Supriya Sule to contest from Baramati
The party has fielded Supriya Sule from Baramati. Amar Kale will contest from Wardha, Bhaskar Bhagare from Dindori, Amol Kolhe from Shirur, and Nilesh Lanke from Ahmednagar. Key Points
Economic TimesNCP vs NCP: Maha speaker says Ajit Pawar's NCP is 'real political party', Sharad Pawar's unit lacks majority
Earlier this month, the Election Commission of India (ECI) declared the Ajit Pawar-led NCP faction as the 'real political party'. Following which, Ajit Pawar's faction got the party's name and clock symbol. The Sharad Pawar-led unit was renamed as 'Nationalist Congress Party-Sharadchandra Pawar'. Key Points
Business TodayPolitical timing or a new era? NCP's clock symbol holds significance for both Pawar factions
For Sharad Pawar faction, it is a personification of their leader himself, while for nephew Ajit Pawar's, it signifies changing times. ECI Tuesday gave the clock symbol to Ajit's faction. Key Points
ThePrintED summons NCP leader Rohit Pawar in MSC Bank scam case
The probe is in connection to the Maharashtra State Cooperative (MSC) Bank scam case that relates to the alleged fraudulent disbursal of loans amounting to Rs. 25,000 crores. Key Points
ThePrintAfter poll loss & hiatus, Parth Pawar back in action, helping dad Ajit strengthen NCP base in Pune
Parth had unsuccessfully contested 2019 Lok Sabha polls from Maval after Sharad Pawar bowed out to make way for his grand-nephew. He was Pawar family's 1st member to lose an election. Key Points
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'Don’t want to hide my caste,' says Sharad Pawar after ‘fake’ caste certificate goes viral
Pawar's statement comes days after a purported certificate showing him as belonging to OBC category went viral on social media. NCP MP’s daughter Supriya Sule called it ‘fake.’ Key Points
ThePrintAjit Pawar describes himself as national president of NCP, defends his move of joining Shinde-led governme
Ajit Pawar, who heads the rebel faction of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), has described himself as the national president of the party and defended his decision to join the Eknath Shinde government in Maharashtra. He stated that the government is committed to the economic empowerment of all sections of society and that the NCP will work towards achieving this goal. Key Points
Economic TimesNCP will not go with BJP though some well-wishers trying to persuade me: Sharad Pawar
Sharad Pawar, the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief, has stated that his party would not form an alliance with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) despite pressure from well-wishers. Pawar emphasised that any association with BJP does not fit with NCP's political policies. Key Points
Economic TimesUnsure who to back in Pawar tussle, many NCP MLAs sat on fence throughout assembly session
Many NCP MLAs barely attended 3-week monsoon session that ended on 4 August. Those who did sit in the House refrained from throwing barbs at each other. Key Points
ThePrintBack to square 1 for Eknath Shinde faction if Ajit Pawar gets finance
BJP, which facilitated the split in the Sena and NCP, has been working overtime to ensure the functioning of a smooth coalition. Miffed with the induction of NCP ministers, legislators of the Shinde group spoke with their leader and chief minister Eknath Shinde, where they said key portfolios like finance, irrigation and public works should not be given to ministers from the Ajit faction of NCP. Key Points
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Sharad Pawar or Ajit, who represents real NCP? All eyes on Maharashtra Assembly speaker
Amit the identity crisis that the Nationalist Congress Party is facing in Mahaarshtra after its split, the person who holds the key to unraveling the chaos is Speaker of Maharashtra Legislative Assembly, Rahul Narvekar. It is him who will decide the official representation of the NCP. Key Points
India TodayNCP vs NCP: Ajit, Sharad Pawar call for party meetings on Wednesday at separate venues; ask all to be present
On Monday, the Ajit Pawar faction, which has now joined the NDA, removed NCP Maharashtra chief Jayant Patil and replaced him with Sunil Tatkare. In retaliation, Sharad Pawar expelled the nine leaders including Ajit for 'anti-party' activities. Key Points
Business Today‘Secretive defections’: Sharad Pawar’s party moves against Ajit Pawar and Co.
The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) has accused Ajit Pawar and other rebel MLAs of acting in a secretive manner, without the knowledge or consent of party chief Sharad Pawar. The move comes after Ajit Power and eight NCP MLAs joined the Eknath Shinde-led Maharashtra government on Sunday. Key Points
India TodayFrom 'no NCP' to lauding 'triple engine': How CM Eknath Shinde changed stance as Ajit Pawar joined Maharashtra govt
Senior NCP leader Ajit Pawar joined the Maharashtra government as Deputy CM, leading to a 'triple engine' government. This comes as a contrast to the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena's previous rejection of the NCP. Key Points
mintAs Ajit lays claim to NCP name & symbol, Sharad Pawar says 'people will decide who party belongs to'
Sworn in as dy CM, Ajit Pawar claims 'most NCP MLAs' with him. Uncle Sharad Pawar says faced similar challenges in past & rebuilt party from scratch. Key Points
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More than 40 MLAs and bulk of MLCs of NCP supporting Ajit Pawar as per letter given to Raj Bhavan
Addressing a press conference after taking the oath, Ajit Pawar said there was no split in NCP and claimed all the elected representatives (of the party) have supported the decision to join the government. He also said they would contest all future elections on the NCP's name and symbol. Key Points
Economic TimesMaharashtra political drama: Jitendra Awhad named new opposition leader in assembly
The appointment was necessitated by incumbent LoP Ajit Pawar's move to join the Eknath Shinde government as deputy chief minister. Pawar's move caused a vertical split in the Nationalist Congress Party. Key Points
Economic TimesThe Maha Coups: Sharad Pawar's googly vs Devendra Fadnavis's yorker
In a split in the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), its senior leader Ajit Pawar joined the Eknath Shinde-led Maharashtra government as deputy chief minister. Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar blamed Ajit Pawar for breaking up the NCP . Sharad Pawar said he is not worried over the party symbol and would go to the peoples court and present his stand. Key Points
Economic TimesOpposition leaders flag ‘corruption’ as NCP leaders join Maharashtra govt, Ajit Pawar-led group rebuts claim
Opposition leaders criticize the Maharashtra government as nine NCP leaders join. However, the lawmakers claim they joined willingly and deny any pressure. Key Points
mint'Will rebuild everything with Uddhav' — what Sharad Pawar said to Sanjay Raut on Ajit joining BJP govt
NCP leader Ajit Pawar joined Shinde-Fadnavis govt with 8 NCP MLAs, was sworn in as the deputy CM earlier in the day. Sena (UBT)'s Sanjay Raut took to Twitter to criticise the move. Key Points
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Ajit Pawar takes oath as Maharashtra Deputy CM in massive jolt to MVA
Ajit Pawar, who was the Leader of the Opposition, was upset with Sharad Pawar's move and offered to resign as LoP. He was eying the top post in the party but did not get any favourable response from Sharad Pawar. Key Points
Business TodayUddhav Sena, Congress welcome Pawar’s announcement, BJP says injustice to Ajit
Stating that he does not believe that Ajit Pawar has been cut to size, Raut said,"Ajit Pawar holds important posts as the Opposition leader as well as the state legislature party leader. I don't see this as an attempt to sideline him." Key Points
The Indian ExpressSharad Pawar appoints Praful Patel, Supriya Sule as NCP working presidents
This comes after Pawar had last month offered to resign from the presidency, followed by fervent remonstrations from the party members as well as other political leaders. An NCP panel formed to deliberate on Pawar's offer had on May 5 rejected his resignation and urged him to continue as the party president. Key Points
Economic TimesSharad Pawar taps Supriya Sule, Praful Patel as NCP working presidents
Supriya Sule, daughter of NCP supremo Sharad Pawar, and NCP leader Praful Patel have been declared as working presidents of the party. Supriya Sule has been given responsibility of Haryana and Punjab. Key Points
India TodayNCP's Jayant Patil questioned for over 9 hours by ED in money laundering case
National Congress Party leader Jayant Patil was questioned for more than nine hours by the central probe agency. MP Supriya Sule claimed that the Opposition leaders are being targeted. Key Points
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‘Raut doesn’t know what we've done': Pawar responds to Saamana editorial on him
Sharad Pawar had announced his decision to step down as NCP chief last week. Three days later, he withdrew his resignation. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesSharad Pawar holds meet to take NCP into election mode
NCP plans to strengthen its bond with MVA constituents, prepare for local body and general elections, and boost its own organization through workshops and tours by senior leaders in Maharashtra. Differences within MVA were discussed, with NCP expressing unhappiness with Maharashtra Congress president Nana Patole. NCP reviewed its strength and future plans, and will hold one-day workshops in all six divisions of the state and rallies in all districts to prepare for polls. | Mumbai news Key Points
Hindustan TimesOwaisi targets Pawar for joining NDPP-BJP govt in Nagaland
On Thursday, Owaisi tweeted, “If ‘Sharad’ was ‘Shadab’ he’d be called Bteam [of BJP] and be an untouchable for ‘seculars’. I’ve never supported the BJP government and never will but this is the 2nd time NCP supported the BJP and it may not be the last.” Key Points
The Indian ExpressLive: Speaker assures action on NCP plea to disqualify Ajit Pawar, 8 others
After spearheading a rebellion in the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) and joining hands with the the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Ajit Pawar was sworn in as a deputy chief minister of Maharashtra. Eight other party leaders took oath along with Ajit Pawar, the nephew of NCP chief Sharad Pawar, on Sunday. Sharad Pawar held a press conference, stating he was "clueless" about Ajit's move, while NCP working president and Sharad's daughter, Supriya Sule, said the focus would be now on rebuilding the party. Key Points
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