Updated: Jun 17, 2026, 12:20 IST

Updated: Jun 17, 2026, 12:20 IST

Austria’s Marko Arnautovic (7) celebrates after scoring on a penalty kick. (AP Photo) Austria finally tasted victory on football’s biggest stage again after a wait of 36 years, defeating World Cup debutants Jordan 3-1 in an entertaining Group J clash on Wednesday to register their first win at the tournament since 1990.Back at the World…

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Gippy Grewal recalls surviving tough days in Canada with wife Ravneet Kaur: ‘We would work for 2-3 hours, picking trays from food court and cleaning’

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Gippy Grewal, gearing up for ‘Carry On Jatta 4’, recalled his early struggles, revealing he juggled multiple jobs alongside his wife to make ends meet. Despite a successful debut song, success took persistence. Now a family man, his film releases June 26, featuring Binnu Dhillon and a tribute to Jaswinder Bhalla. Gippy Grewal is eagerly…

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This may sound surprising in a spiritual discussion, but many traditions caution against overanalyzing dreams. Not every strange image carries hidden wisdom. Our minds process memories, emotions, conversations, and everyday experiences while we sleep. That is why dreams can sometimes feel random, confusing, or completely absurd. Trying to decode every detail can take away from…

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Sanjay Raut (Image source: ANI) MUMBAI: Amid reports of Operation Tiger being underway to split the Shiv Sena (UBT), and that 6 Sena (UBT) MPs reached Delhi on Wednesday, the Sena (UBT) held a press conference in Delhi with three Lok Sabha MPs Anil Desai, Arvind Sawant and Rajabhau Waze. Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut said that ‘Operation tiger’ won’t be so easy. Raut said that Maharashtra MPs were being bought and sold and MPs had refused to sit in the chartered flights to Delhi unless they were paid Rs 15 crore as advance. Raut claimed that all MPs were elected on the Mashaal (flaming torch) and under Uddhav Thackeray’s leadership. Raut said in the meeting with Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray on Sunday, the MPs swore in the name of their children, wives and Saibaba, Tulja Bhavani and Balasaheb Thackeray and claimed that they were loyal to Uddhav Thackeray. Raut said if any of these MPs still defect, then the people of Maharashtra will not remain silent anymore. Raut said those who want to go must resign and leave the party.“Today, Shiv Sena (UBT) group leader Arvind Sawant, chief whip Anil Desai and Nashik MP Rajabhau Waze are with me. Since yesterday, such news or rumors have been spreading everywhere that ‘Operation Tiger’ is going on in Delhi. But it is not that easy to break the Shiv Sena (UBT). Basically, even those spreading these rumors have admitted that we are still ‘Tigers’. We have not received any official information about any such developments. We are seeing and hearing all this through you (the media),” Raut said.Raut said the party has also started a legal battle with the Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and has issued a whip to all MPs for a parliamentary party meeting on Thursday.“I don’t know where exactly the MPs whose names are currently appearing in the media are. Some say they are in Delhi, some say they are in Mumbai, and some are in their constituency. All these MPs were elected on the ‘flaming torch’ symbol of Sena (UBT) and on the face of Uddhav Thackeray. Earlier, when there was a split in the party, it was said that it was an outburst of the people; because they were elected by seeking votes in the name of (Narendra) Modi. The legal battle in this regard is still going on in the Supreme Court. However, now the MPs who have been elected entirely from the Shiv Sena (UBT) party, on our symbol and on the hard work of Uddhav Thackeray, have no right to commit such dishonesty,” Raut said.“Last night around 10:30- 11 pm, I was told by a very important person that MPs from Maharashtra are being bought. He used the word ‘being bought’. When I asked him what the price was? He said that the price is the same – Rs 50 crores! By tonight, Rs 15 crores must be delivered to everyone, only after that those MPs will come to Delhi. Moreover, they are not even ready to board the plane. I have conveyed this information to the public through social media. If other parties like Shiv Sena (UBT) or TMC are going to be broken in this way, then there is no point in fighting elections in this country,” Raut said.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosDelhi Police Foils Alleged ISI-Backed Terror Plot, Recovers Arms And Exposes Cross-Border NetworkSanjay Raut Alleges Cash Offers To MPs; Mahua Moitra’s Response Sparks Political StormAttack On RSS Office In Jharkhand Sparks Security Concerns; BJP Demands Tough ActionAt G7 Summit, PM Modi Holds Key Talks With UAE President, UK PM On Trade, Energy And SecurityTMC MLA Questions CID After Claiming Egg Attack Accused Entered Mamata’s House As WitnessAt G7 Summit, PM Modi Calls For Safe Sea Routes After Deaths Of Indian Seafarers’There Is Shortage of Trust’: PM Modi’s Sharp G7 Message Beside TrumpCelebi Claims India Erased 0 Million in Value After Security Clearance Revocation Post Op SindoorTop BJP Leaders Meet Amid Speculation Over National Team, Cabinet Reshuffle | Watch’Military-Grade Security’: Annamalai, BJP Clash Over NEET UG Re-Exam123PhotostoriesAfter 30 years, pink lotuses bloom again at this iconic lake in Kashmir8 desi savoury snacks we loved before packaged chips and namkeen took overSuccess quote of the day by Lionel Messi: “You can overcome anything, if and only if you…”Psychology explains why you remember embarrassing moments from 10 years ago, but forget why you walked into a room5 of the biggest dog breeds in the world that never fail to turn headsNot worksheets, these 6 things are what your preschool child should be doing, according to a speech therapistFrom Tom Holland and Zendaya to Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor: 5 global co-stars who became life partners“I started drinking from Class 9…”: Premanand Maharaj shares the ‘one thing’ parents can do to keep children away from bad habitsFrom accepting the role of Champaklal, Jethalal’s father, at 35 to his bond with Dilip Joshi: When Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah fame Amit Bhatt spoke about his journey7 new real estate hubs in Navi Mumbai worth watching123Hot PicksArgentina vs Algeria Live ScoreVaibhav SooryavanshiStock Market TodayFIFA World Cup Free Live StreamingSpaceX market valuePizza Hut SoldUGC NET admit cardStock Market LiveGold rate todayTop TrendingSairaj BahutaleFrance vs Senegal Live ScoreKarley SwindelFIFA World Cup 2026Jewar Noida International AirportHormuz BlockadeSpaceXCBSE 10th Second Board Result 2026Eknath ShindeWWE Star Bayley

Sanjay Raut (Image source: ANI) MUMBAI: Amid reports of Operation Tiger being underway to split the Shiv Sena (UBT), and that 6 Sena (UBT) MPs reached Delhi on Wednesday, the Sena (UBT) held a press conference in Delhi with three Lok Sabha MPs Anil Desai, Arvind Sawant and Rajabhau Waze. Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut said that ‘Operation tiger’ won’t be so easy. Raut said that Maharashtra MPs were being bought and sold and MPs had refused to sit in the chartered flights to Delhi unless they were paid Rs 15 crore as advance. Raut claimed that all MPs were elected on the Mashaal (flaming torch) and under Uddhav Thackeray’s leadership. Raut said in the meeting with Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray on Sunday, the MPs swore in the name of their children, wives and Saibaba, Tulja Bhavani and Balasaheb Thackeray and claimed that they were loyal to Uddhav Thackeray. Raut said if any of these MPs still defect, then the people of Maharashtra will not remain silent anymore. Raut said those who want to go must resign and leave the party.“Today, Shiv Sena (UBT) group leader Arvind Sawant, chief whip Anil Desai and Nashik MP Rajabhau Waze are with me. Since yesterday, such news or rumors have been spreading everywhere that ‘Operation Tiger’ is going on in Delhi. But it is not that easy to break the Shiv Sena (UBT). Basically, even those spreading these rumors have admitted that we are still ‘Tigers’. We have not received any official information about any such developments. We are seeing and hearing all this through you (the media),” Raut said.Raut said the party has also started a legal battle with the Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and has issued a whip to all MPs for a parliamentary party meeting on Thursday.“I don’t know where exactly the MPs whose names are currently appearing in the media are. Some say they are in Delhi, some say they are in Mumbai, and some are in their constituency. All these MPs were elected on the ‘flaming torch’ symbol of Sena (UBT) and on the face of Uddhav Thackeray. Earlier, when there was a split in the party, it was said that it was an outburst of the people; because they were elected by seeking votes in the name of (Narendra) Modi. The legal battle in this regard is still going on in the Supreme Court. However, now the MPs who have been elected entirely from the Shiv Sena (UBT) party, on our symbol and on the hard work of Uddhav Thackeray, have no right to commit such dishonesty,” Raut said.“Last night around 10:30- 11 pm, I was told by a very important person that MPs from Maharashtra are being bought. He used the word ‘being bought’. When I asked him what the price was? He said that the price is the same – Rs 50 crores! By tonight, Rs 15 crores must be delivered to everyone, only after that those MPs will come to Delhi. Moreover, they are not even ready to board the plane. I have conveyed this information to the public through social media. If other parties like Shiv Sena (UBT) or TMC are going to be broken in this way, then there is no point in fighting elections in this country,” Raut said.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosDelhi Police Foils Alleged ISI-Backed Terror Plot, Recovers Arms And Exposes Cross-Border NetworkSanjay Raut Alleges Cash Offers To MPs; Mahua Moitra’s Response Sparks Political StormAttack On RSS Office In Jharkhand Sparks Security Concerns; BJP Demands Tough ActionAt G7 Summit, PM Modi Holds Key Talks With UAE President, UK PM On Trade, Energy And SecurityTMC MLA Questions CID After Claiming Egg Attack Accused Entered Mamata’s House As WitnessAt G7 Summit, PM Modi Calls For Safe Sea Routes After Deaths Of Indian Seafarers’There Is Shortage of Trust’: PM Modi’s Sharp G7 Message Beside TrumpCelebi Claims India Erased $500 Million in Value After Security Clearance Revocation Post Op SindoorTop BJP Leaders Meet Amid Speculation Over National Team, Cabinet Reshuffle | Watch’Military-Grade Security’: Annamalai, BJP Clash Over NEET UG Re-Exam123PhotostoriesAfter 30 years, pink lotuses bloom again at this iconic lake in Kashmir8 desi savoury snacks we loved before packaged chips and namkeen took overSuccess quote of the day by Lionel Messi: “You can overcome anything, if and only if you…”Psychology explains why you remember embarrassing moments from 10 years ago, but forget why you walked into a room5 of the biggest dog breeds in the world that never fail to turn headsNot worksheets, these 6 things are what your preschool child should be doing, according to a speech therapistFrom Tom Holland and Zendaya to Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor: 5 global co-stars who became life partners“I started drinking from Class 9…”: Premanand Maharaj shares the ‘one thing’ parents can do to keep children away from bad habitsFrom accepting the role of Champaklal, Jethalal’s father, at 35 to his bond with Dilip Joshi: When Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah fame Amit Bhatt spoke about his journey7 new real estate hubs in Navi Mumbai worth watching123Hot PicksArgentina vs Algeria Live ScoreVaibhav SooryavanshiStock Market TodayFIFA World Cup Free Live StreamingSpaceX market valuePizza Hut SoldUGC NET admit cardStock Market LiveGold rate todayTop TrendingSairaj BahutaleFrance vs Senegal Live ScoreKarley SwindelFIFA World Cup 2026Jewar Noida International AirportHormuz BlockadeSpaceXCBSE 10th Second Board Result 2026Eknath ShindeWWE Star Bayley

Sanjay Raut (Image source: ANI) MUMBAI: Amid reports of Operation Tiger being underway to split the Shiv Sena (UBT), and that 6 Sena (UBT) MPs reached Delhi on Wednesday, the Sena (UBT) held a press conference in Delhi with three Lok Sabha MPs Anil Desai, Arvind Sawant and Rajabhau Waze. Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut…

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Perrie Edwards and footballer Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain have tied the knot in Portugal, with the singer sharing a series of stylish black-and-white photographs from their big day on Instagram. The couple said, “I do”, in the village of Estoi, near Faro, in an intimate ceremony surrounded by their closest friends and family.The photos showed the pair…

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Uddhav Thackeray and Eknath Shinde NEW DELHI: Is Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) in line for another major blow?Four years after Eknath Shinde’s rebellion split the party, the Maharashtra deputy chief minister is reportedly in touch with a fresh group of Lok Sabha members from the Thackeray camp. Reports suggest that at least six of Shiv Sena (UBT)’s nine Lok Sabha MPs are in discussions with Shinde as part of “Operation Tiger”.According to reports, Shinde met members of the potential breakaway group in New Delhi before leaving for Jaipur, triggering speculation of yet another split in the Uddhav camp.According to news agency ANI, the number of rebel MPs could reach seven, one more than enough to cross the two-thirds threshold to dodge the anti-defection legalities.If successful, Shinde’s “Operation Tiger” would further strengthen his hold over the Bal Thackeray-founded Shiv Sena’s legacy. The development could mirror the 2022 rebellion that split the party and dealt a major blow to Uddhav Thackeray’s leadership.Amid growing speculation and insecurities, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader in the Lok Sabha Arvind Sawant has urged Speaker Om Birla to “not entertain any claim by defecting MPs seeking recognition as a separate group or merger with another political party.”Shiv Sena (UBT) presser on split buzzAmid growing speculation over a possible split in the Thackeray camp, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut addressed a press conference and issued a warning to potential defectors.”If anyone wants to go, they can resign and leave. If such reports emerge about our MPs, then they should refute them. This time, the people of Maharashtra will not remain silent,” Raut said.He also levelled serious allegations about attempts to engineer defections, claiming, “I have information that Rs 15 crore each was delivered to the MPs, after which they boarded charter flights from three places, including Nanded and Pune. We have issued a whip for the Parliamentary Party Meeting tomorrow. Arvind ji (Arvind Sawant) has written to the Lok Sabha Speaker.”Shiv Sena (UBT)’s leader in the Lok Sabha, Arvind Sawant, also addressed the media and said he had written to Speaker Om Birla over the issue.”I have written to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla over safeguarding the Constitution. Until now, no party leader has told us that they are leaving,” Sawant said.Raut’s ‘Operation Wolf’ and attack on rebelsHowever, senior Shiv Sena (UBT) leader and Uddhav Thackeray loyalist Sanjay Raut has earlier dismissed reports of any rebellion among the party’s Lok Sabha MPs. He also responded to the reported move by dubbing it “Operation Wolf.”A possible merger of the rebels with the Shinde camp would strengthen the NDA led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi while majorly reducing the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena’s influence in Parliament.The renewed rebellion could emerge as one of the toughest tests yet for Uddhav Thackeray and the political relevance of his faction.’Chartered plane and 50 crore offer’Taking a swipe at the alleged attempts to engineer defections, Raut claimed that the “Minimum Support Price” of an MP had been fixed at Rs 50 crore and that Rs 15 crore was “merely an advance amount”.Responding to an X post by Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Mahua Moitra, Raut wrote, “Apna Sapna Money Money! No, no — Mahua ji, the Minimum Support Price is fixed at Rs 50 crore per MP. (pcaas khoke) Rs 15 crore is just the advance. Frankly, these people aren’t even worth Rs 50,000. Their price has only gone up because of the Shiv Sena and TMC brand label.”Mocking the reported rebellion, Raut wrote on X: “A chartered plane lands at Nanded Airport. Under the guise of Operation Tiger, it picks up two MPs and takes off. They didn’t have the means to even travel by rickshaw. Thanks to Thackeray’s name, their worth has risen to the level of flying in private jets.”‘Shiv Sena UBT will be finished’Meanwhile, the Shinde camp has made strong claims about the future of Shiv Sena (UBT).Backing “Operation Tiger”, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Nirupam said, “The party called Ubatha is slowly dying. Their MLA and MP no longer have faith in Ubatha’s leadership. By 2029, the party will be finished. People are leaving Ubatha every day. As far as their MPs are concerned, we have nothing to do with it. This is an internal matter of their party. This party will slowly die, and people will leave,” Nirupam told ANI.Also read | ‘Operation Tiger’ in final stage: Amid TMC’s rebellion crisis, 7 MPs from Uddhav Thackeray’s Sena camp may switch to Shinde factionThe speculation has also drawn a sharp response from Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Priyanka Chaturvedi, who targeted the BJP over recent defections from opposition parties joining the NDA.”The BJP should not remain under the illusion that by assembling a gang of cobras, they will feed the snakes milk and they will only bite the opposition. Your time will also come because it is the nature of a snake to bite; if today is our turn, tomorrow could be yours too,” she wrote on X.Not the first INDIA bloc rebellionHowever, the developments in Shiv Sena (UBT) would not be the first instance of turmoil within an INDIA bloc constituent.Recently, following a major electoral setback in West Bengal, the Trinamool Congress faced an internal rebellion, with a large section of MLAs expressing dissatisfaction with the leadership of Mamata Banerjee and the growing influence of Abhishek Banerjee.The dissenting camp eventually rallied behind expelled TMC leader Ritabrata Banerjee, supporting him for leader of opposition and distancing itself from Didi.The rebellion soon spilled over to Delhi, where a group of 20 MPs led by Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar broke away from the TMC, formed a separate bloc in the Lok Sabha and offered support to the NDA.Weeks earlier, the Aam Aadmi Party witnessed a similar development in the Rajya Sabha. Raghav Chadha, once considered one of Arvind Kejriwal’s closest aides, emerged as a critic of the party leadership following AAP’s Delhi loss and led a rebellion against the top brass.Chadha, along with six other Rajya Sabha MPs, eventually merged his faction with the BJP, voicing strong differences with the AAP leadership and strengthening the NDA’s position in the Upper House.Boost for NDA’s numbers game?With the NDA continuing to attract opposition dissidents, the Narendra Modi-led alliance appears better placed to navigate key legislative battles, particularly after facing hurdles over issues such as the Delimitation Bills months ago.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosAt G7 Summit, PM Modi Holds Key Talks With UAE President, UK PM On Trade, Energy And SecurityTMC MLA Questions CID After Claiming Egg Attack Accused Entered Mamata’s House As WitnessAt G7 Summit, PM Modi Calls For Safe Sea Routes After Deaths Of Indian Seafarers’There Is Shortage of Trust’: PM Modi’s Sharp G7 Message Beside TrumpCelebi Claims India Erased 0 Million in Value After Security Clearance Revocation Post Op SindoorTop BJP Leaders Meet Amid Speculation Over National Team, Cabinet Reshuffle | Watch’Military-Grade Security’: Annamalai, BJP Clash Over NEET UG Re-ExamKalyan Banerjee Rejects Misconduct Allegations Amid Escalating TMC Split BattleOperation Tiger Nears Final Stage: Shinde Camp Says 7 Sena UBT MPs May Switch Before Session’Not Scared’: CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke Blames RSS Over Jaipur protest assault123Photostories8 desi savoury snacks we loved before packaged chips and namkeen took overSuccess quote of the day by Lionel Messi: “You can overcome anything, if and only if you…”Psychology explains why you remember embarrassing moments from 10 years ago, but forget why you walked into a room5 of the biggest dog breeds in the world that never fail to turn headsNot worksheets, these 6 things are what your preschool child should be doing, according to a speech therapistFrom Tom Holland and Zendaya to Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor: 5 global co-stars who became life partners“I started drinking from Class 9…”: Premanand Maharaj shares the ‘one thing’ parents can do to keep children away from bad habitsFrom accepting the role of Champaklal, Jethalal’s father, at 35 to his bond with Dilip Joshi: When Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah fame Amit Bhatt spoke about his journey7 new real estate hubs in Navi Mumbai worth watchingWhy both vegetarian and non-vegetarian thali rose by 5% and 7% in the month of May123Hot PicksArgentina vs Algeria Live ScoreVaibhav SooryavanshiStock Market TodayFIFA World Cup Free Live Streamingilia TopuriaNEET UG RE ExamNoida airportStock Market LiveGold rate todayTop TrendingSairaj BahutaleFrance vs Senegal Live ScoreKarley SwindelFIFA World Cup 2026Jewar Noida International AirportHormuz BlockadeSpaceXCBSE 10th Second Board Result 2026Eknath ShindeWWE Star Bayley

Uddhav Thackeray and Eknath Shinde NEW DELHI: Is Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) in line for another major blow?Four years after Eknath Shinde’s rebellion split the party, the Maharashtra deputy chief minister is reportedly in touch with a fresh group of Lok Sabha members from the Thackeray camp. Reports suggest that at least six of Shiv Sena (UBT)’s nine Lok Sabha MPs are in discussions with Shinde as part of “Operation Tiger”.According to reports, Shinde met members of the potential breakaway group in New Delhi before leaving for Jaipur, triggering speculation of yet another split in the Uddhav camp.According to news agency ANI, the number of rebel MPs could reach seven, one more than enough to cross the two-thirds threshold to dodge the anti-defection legalities.If successful, Shinde’s “Operation Tiger” would further strengthen his hold over the Bal Thackeray-founded Shiv Sena’s legacy. The development could mirror the 2022 rebellion that split the party and dealt a major blow to Uddhav Thackeray’s leadership.Amid growing speculation and insecurities, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader in the Lok Sabha Arvind Sawant has urged Speaker Om Birla to “not entertain any claim by defecting MPs seeking recognition as a separate group or merger with another political party.”Shiv Sena (UBT) presser on split buzzAmid growing speculation over a possible split in the Thackeray camp, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut addressed a press conference and issued a warning to potential defectors.”If anyone wants to go, they can resign and leave. If such reports emerge about our MPs, then they should refute them. This time, the people of Maharashtra will not remain silent,” Raut said.He also levelled serious allegations about attempts to engineer defections, claiming, “I have information that Rs 15 crore each was delivered to the MPs, after which they boarded charter flights from three places, including Nanded and Pune. We have issued a whip for the Parliamentary Party Meeting tomorrow. Arvind ji (Arvind Sawant) has written to the Lok Sabha Speaker.”Shiv Sena (UBT)’s leader in the Lok Sabha, Arvind Sawant, also addressed the media and said he had written to Speaker Om Birla over the issue.”I have written to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla over safeguarding the Constitution. Until now, no party leader has told us that they are leaving,” Sawant said.Raut’s ‘Operation Wolf’ and attack on rebelsHowever, senior Shiv Sena (UBT) leader and Uddhav Thackeray loyalist Sanjay Raut has earlier dismissed reports of any rebellion among the party’s Lok Sabha MPs. He also responded to the reported move by dubbing it “Operation Wolf.”A possible merger of the rebels with the Shinde camp would strengthen the NDA led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi while majorly reducing the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena’s influence in Parliament.The renewed rebellion could emerge as one of the toughest tests yet for Uddhav Thackeray and the political relevance of his faction.’Chartered plane and 50 crore offer’Taking a swipe at the alleged attempts to engineer defections, Raut claimed that the “Minimum Support Price” of an MP had been fixed at Rs 50 crore and that Rs 15 crore was “merely an advance amount”.Responding to an X post by Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Mahua Moitra, Raut wrote, “Apna Sapna Money Money! No, no — Mahua ji, the Minimum Support Price is fixed at Rs 50 crore per MP. (pcaas khoke) Rs 15 crore is just the advance. Frankly, these people aren’t even worth Rs 50,000. Their price has only gone up because of the Shiv Sena and TMC brand label.”Mocking the reported rebellion, Raut wrote on X: “A chartered plane lands at Nanded Airport. Under the guise of Operation Tiger, it picks up two MPs and takes off. They didn’t have the means to even travel by rickshaw. Thanks to Thackeray’s name, their worth has risen to the level of flying in private jets.”‘Shiv Sena UBT will be finished’Meanwhile, the Shinde camp has made strong claims about the future of Shiv Sena (UBT).Backing “Operation Tiger”, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Nirupam said, “The party called Ubatha is slowly dying. Their MLA and MP no longer have faith in Ubatha’s leadership. By 2029, the party will be finished. People are leaving Ubatha every day. As far as their MPs are concerned, we have nothing to do with it. This is an internal matter of their party. This party will slowly die, and people will leave,” Nirupam told ANI.Also read | ‘Operation Tiger’ in final stage: Amid TMC’s rebellion crisis, 7 MPs from Uddhav Thackeray’s Sena camp may switch to Shinde factionThe speculation has also drawn a sharp response from Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Priyanka Chaturvedi, who targeted the BJP over recent defections from opposition parties joining the NDA.”The BJP should not remain under the illusion that by assembling a gang of cobras, they will feed the snakes milk and they will only bite the opposition. Your time will also come because it is the nature of a snake to bite; if today is our turn, tomorrow could be yours too,” she wrote on X.Not the first INDIA bloc rebellionHowever, the developments in Shiv Sena (UBT) would not be the first instance of turmoil within an INDIA bloc constituent.Recently, following a major electoral setback in West Bengal, the Trinamool Congress faced an internal rebellion, with a large section of MLAs expressing dissatisfaction with the leadership of Mamata Banerjee and the growing influence of Abhishek Banerjee.The dissenting camp eventually rallied behind expelled TMC leader Ritabrata Banerjee, supporting him for leader of opposition and distancing itself from Didi.The rebellion soon spilled over to Delhi, where a group of 20 MPs led by Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar broke away from the TMC, formed a separate bloc in the Lok Sabha and offered support to the NDA.Weeks earlier, the Aam Aadmi Party witnessed a similar development in the Rajya Sabha. 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