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Slogans such as Ajit dada amar rahe and Ajit dada parat ya (long live Ajit dada, Ajit dada come back) echoed through the premises of Vidya Pratishthan, Pawars home turf, where people gathered in large numbers to pay their last respects

Ajit Pawar, a prominent figure in Maharashtras politics, was being remembered for his long-standing public service, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi remembering him as a leader with grassroots connections

Ajit Pawar death: The Indian Air Force deployed a dedicated team of Air Warriors to Baramati Airport after the tragic plane crash, providing ATC and meteorological support for emergency operations

The latest reductions follow a round of job cuts in October, when Amazon said it was laying off 14,000 workers. While some Amazon units completed those organisational changes in October, others did not finish until now, Galetti said

CM Fadnavis had earlier stated that during these three days, the national flag will be flown at half-mast at all the buildings in Maharashtra where the national flag is regularly hoisted

CM Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday claimed that all other agencies have been compromised and that only a probe under the apex court would be credible

Senior Congress leader Digvijaya Singh expressed grief over Ajit Pawar death in the Baramati plane crash and urged the DGCA to conduct a thorough investigation into the incident

According to the Ministry of Civil Aviation, the aircraft made first contact with Baramati at 8:18 a.m. and was cleared by Pune approach while inbound. During the approach to Runway 11, the pilots reported limited visibility and carried out a go-around after failing to sight the runway

Leaders across the country expressed grief over the death of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar in a plane crash, as the AAIB launched an investigation and Maharashtra announced a state holiday and three days of mourning

Ajit Pawar death: Maharashtra Deputy CM`s body will be cremated with state honours on January 29. The state has declared three days of mourning, with PM Modi and Amit Shah set to attend the ceremony, here is more on it

We will conduct an investigation in a transparent and accountable manner. Preliminary information indicates that visibility was poor at the site at the time of landing around 8:48 am, Civil Aviation Minister said

Several MPs expressed condolences following the death of Maharashtra Deputy CM and NCP chief Ajit Pawar in a chartered plane crash in Baramati. Prime Minister Narendra Modi remembered him as a mass leader with deep grassroots connect, as both Houses of Parliament paid obituary references and were adjourned

Ajit Pawars death has left the Maharashtra NCP without a clear leader, raising uncertainty over the partys future and the loyalty of its 41 MLAs. Recent municipal and civic election results highlight the significance of his grassroots influence, which will be difficult for other leaders to match

Ajit Pawar death: Union MoS Murlidhar Mohol expressed shock over the death of Deputy CM Ajit Pawar in the Baramati plane crash, calling it an irreparable loss to Maharashtras social and political life

Aviation experts and friends of the pilot weigh in on the plane crash that killed Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar in Baramati. They said bad weather, technical issues, or pilot judgment error could have contributed, while the AAIB investigates the incident

The Learjet 45 carrying Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar crashed while attempting to land at Baramati amid poor visibility. Despite receiving landing clearance, the aircraft failed to respond to ATC and burst into flames near the runway, killing all five onboard. The AAIB has taken over the investigation into the crash

PM Modi described Ajit Pawar as a leader with a strong grassroots connection and praised his long public service and dedication to the people of Maharashtra

Maharashtra Police organised the Northeast Connect programme across the state on Republic Day to strengthen outreach, build trust, and ensure safety among students from Northeastern states

According to aviation regulator Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), the Learjet 46 aircraft, operated by Delhi-based VSR Ventures, crash-landed at Baramati with five people on board, including crew members

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned a Russian drone strike on a passenger train in the Kharkiv region as an act of terrorism, saying four civilians were killed and several others injured. He called for international action to hold Russia accountable and protect civilian lives

Several Chandigarh schools were evacuated after receiving bomb threat emails. Police, along with bomb disposal and sniffer dog squads, conducted thorough searches, students and staff were sent home The threats follow similar recent patterns of bomb threat email hoaxes in Punjab and Haryana

President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday addressed a joint session of Parliament on the first day of the Budget Session 202627, reaffirming the Union governments commitment to true social justice, inclusive growth, and the vision of Viksit Bharat. Highlighting key social security initiatives, poverty reduction efforts, and rural employment reforms

Hundreds of tourists remained stranded in Kashmir on Wednesday as the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway, the only all-weather road link to the Valley, stayed closed for the second consecutive day due to snowfall and slippery conditions. While flight operations resumed after weather improvement, road clearance work continued

A South Korean court on Wednesday sentenced former first lady Kim Keon Hee to 20 months in prison for corruption, finding her guilty of receiving bribes from the Unification Church in exchange for business favours

Ajit Pawar (66) and four others were killed when the aircraft carrying them crashed in Pune district on Wednesday morning, officials said. The incident occurred while the plane was attempting to land near Baramati

In a post on X, the Prime Minister said Ajit Pawar was a mass leader with a strong connection at the grassroots level and was widely respected for his tireless work in public life

In a post on X, the President said Pawar would always be remembered for his significant role in Maharashtras development, particularly his contribution to the cooperative sector

According to Maharashtra government officials, the Prime Minister and the Home Minister were briefed on the circumstances of the accident and the latest developments related to the crash

The reading showed a slight recovery from Tuesday, when the citys AQI was recorded at 294. Despite the dip in pollution levels, large swathes of the capital continued to remain under a haze of smog, with air quality conditions still far from healthy

UGCs new anti-caste discrimination rules have triggered political debate and student concerns. Congress leaders Manoj Kumar and Udit Raj sought clarification from the Centre, linked the issue to long-standing caste discrimination and renewed the demand for a caste census, while the government assured the rules would not be misused

Critics argue that it has become a pipeline for overseas workers willing to work for lower pay and is taking job opportunities from Americans. But supporters say the program is crucial to attract top global talent, fill specialised roles and drive innovation.

Referring to the pending legal challenge, Trump criticised judicial decisions blocking his tariffs and portrayed them as being favourable to China

The Korean Central News Agency said North Korea performed a live-fire drill of an upgraded large-caliber multiple rocket launcher system in the presence of Kim on Tuesday

Following the interview, a senior US official briefed reporters that the United States remains prepared to enter talks if Iran reaches out under clear conditions

The Economic Survey will be tabled on January 29, ahead of the presentation of the Union Budget 2026 on February 1; the session is scheduled for 30 sittings spread over 65 days and will conclude on April 2

The shocking incident happened over a relatively minor dispute while alighting from a moving local train.

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After video clips of the incident went viral, the district administration has ordered action, officials said on Tuesday. The video shows students sitting on the floor and eating halwa-puri served to them on torn pages from old notebooks and books

In a statement shared by the EU Council, it was mentioned that the new rules also include measures on effective monitoring and diversification of energy supply

Developed by Bombardier, the Global 8000 business jet is the fastest civilian aircraft since the Concorde, with an industry-leading top speed of Mach 0.95 (1173.06 kmph)

The storm across the southern US has caused widespread power outages, particularly in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Tennessee, leaving hundreds of thousands without electricity as frigid temperatures linger

The team replicated the US inventors carbon-filament bulb design and applied electrical conditions similar to those used in the 19th century

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah termed the India-EU trade deal a strategic breakthrough, saying it will boost Aatmanirbhar Bharat, safeguard key sectors, and provide unprecedented market access for 99 per cent of Indian exports, creating jobs and new growth opportunities

The Nagpur BJP Mahila Aghadi demanded registration of an FIR against singer and YouTuber Anjali Bharti for allegedly making derogatory remarks about Amruta Fadnavis. Political reactions emerged from both BJP and Congress leaders

Two loud explosion-like sounds were reported in Maharashtras Beed district, triggering panic among residents. Authorities confirmed no earthquake or seismic activity and urged people not to believe rumours or misinformation circulating on social media

A branch of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement will assist with security at the Winter Olympics in Italy, triggering anger from Italian leaders and rights groups. All security operations remain under Italian authority. It`s not known whether the HSI has in the past been involved in the Olympics, or whether this is a first

North Korea on Tuesday fired at least two ballistic missiles towards the Sea of Japan, according to Japan and South Korea. The Japanese coast guard, citing the defence ministry, said it had detected two ballistic missiles fired towards the Sea of Japan

Germany has announced a 1 million euro reward for information leading to the arrest of far-left militants accused of causing a major blackout in Berlin. The electricity outage left roughly 45,000 homes and 2,200 businesses without power for nearly a week in the middle of winter in the southwest of the German capital

Border Roads Organisation rescued 60 people, including 40 Rashtriya Rifles soldiers, stranded at Chatergala Pass in Jammu and Kashmir Doda district after heavy snowfall. The high-altitude rescue was carried out under Project Sampark with zero casualties