Devendra Fadnavis has been chosen as Maharashtra’s chief minister by the BJP. Flanked by Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar, he met Governor CP Radhakrishnan to stake claim to form the government. The oath-taking ceremony will be held tomorrow at Azad Maidan, Mumbai, at 5:30 PM. Union Minister Vijay Rupani announced that two deputy chief ministers would also take the oath. Ajit Pawar is likely to be one of them. The BJP-led alliance, Mahayuti, secured a big win with 235 seats. Fadnavis called the victory “historic” and thanked voters for their support. Cabinet discussions will follow soon.

Devendra Fadnavis has been finalized as Maharashtra’s next chief minister, following a meeting of the BJP core committee. Sources confirmed the decision, stating that Fadnavis will be sworn in on December 5. The BJP secured 132 seats in the state elections, joining forces with Shiv Sena and NCP to form the Mahayuti alliance with a majority of 230 seats. Fadnavis met with caretaker CM Eknath Shinde, who has agreed not to block the formation of the new government. The BJP legislature party meeting, overseen by central observers Nirmala Sitharaman and Vijay Rupani, finalized Fadnavis's appointment.

Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav, speaking in Parliament, condemned the recent violence in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, calling it a "well-planned conspiracy." He criticized the BJP for promoting a narrative of mosque excavations, claiming it would destroy the country’s communal harmony. Yadav accused local officials of acting in a biased manner, aligning with the BJP. He referred to the police firing that led to the deaths of four people during a survey at a Mughal-era mosque, claiming it was a diversion from other critical issues. Yadav urged the government to respect saints and prevent such incidents.

The suspense over Maharashtra's next chief minister will end on December 4. BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis is expected to return to the top post. The BJP’s legislature party will meet tomorrow to finalise the leader. Central observers, Nirmala Sitharaman and Vijay Rupani, will oversee the meeting. Caretaker CM Eknath Shinde has stepped aside for BJP to lead the government. The Mahayuti alliance, which won 230 out of 288 seats, will likely have two deputy CMs, one each from Shiv Sena and NCP. The new government’s swearing-in is scheduled for December 5. Official confirmation is awaited.

India's Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha MPs have reached an agreement to hold a debate on the Constitution next week, following a week of disruptions in Parliament. The debate is scheduled for December 13-14 in the Lok Sabha and December 16-17 in the Rajya Sabha, confirmed Union Minister Kiren Rijiju. The decision came after an all-party meeting with Speaker Om Birla. Opposition parties had called for the debate to mark the 75th anniversary of the Constitution's adoption. The session, which began on November 25, is set to continue until December 20.

A senior BJP leader has confirmed that Devendra Fadnavis will return as Maharashtra's Chief Minister, with a meeting to elect the BJP legislature party leader scheduled for December 2 or 3. Caretaker CM Eknath Shinde has pledged full support for the decision by PM Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah. Speculation suggests that Shinde's son, Shrikant, may become deputy CM. The oath-taking ceremony is planned for December 5. The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance secured a decisive win in the state elections, with 230 out of 288 seats.

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat stressed the need for a balanced population growth rate, warning that societies perish if the rate falls below 2.1. Speaking at an event in Nagpur, he highlighted the importance of families as the foundation of society. Bhagwat called for a population growth rate above 2.1 to ensure survival, as per population science. He also reiterated the need for a fair population policy for all communities, cautioning against imbalances that could impact geographical boundaries. Additionally, Bhagwat advocated equal rights for women in decision-making and emphasized their unique strengths in contributing to society.

Devendra Fadnavis has been selected as the new Chief Minister of Maharashtra, according to a senior BJP leader. The BJP legislature party will meet on December 2 or 3 to officially elect the new leader. This follows caretaker CM Eknath Shinde's statement of unconditional support for the decision. The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance won a majority in the recent Maharashtra elections, securing 230 out of 288 seats. The swearing-in ceremony for the new government will take place on December 5, with PM Modi in attendance. Fadnavis has been a key contender for the position.

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge accused the BJP of attempting to divide society by conducting surveys at mosques to find temples beneath them. He claimed the party is ignoring RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's advice to focus on building the Ram temple without provoking further division. Speaking at a rally in Delhi, Kharge questioned whether BJP leaders would demolish historical landmarks like the Taj Mahal, built by Muslims. He urged Dalits, minorities, and OBCs to unite and protect their rights. Kharge also criticized PM Modi for fostering division, despite Bhagwat’s calls for unity.

AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal ruled out any alliance with Congress or INDIA bloc for the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections, stating, “There will be no alliance in Delhi.” Speaking after an attack at his Malviya Nagar rally, he criticised the Centre, saying, “Liquid was thrown at me. It was harmless but could have been dangerous. If you can, arrest the gangsters; why target us instead?” AAP alleged it was an attempt to burn him alive, but Delhi Police claimed it was only water. Kejriwal also defended MLA Naresh Balyan’s arrest in an extortion case, calling it a gangster's conspiracy.