Ailing Thackeray's condition 'critical'

The condition of Shiv Sena supremo Bal Thackeray, who had been ill for some time, turned “very critical” on Wednesday night. Thackeray, 86, was in a “very critical” condition, doctors treating the Sena leader said. He continues to be under constant medical supervision. As the news spread, several party workers assembled outside his house in suburban Bandra, where security had to be stepped up.