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SC Agrees To Hear Pleas Related To June 12 Air India Plane Crash

SC was hearing three petitions filed by an NGO, a law student and the father of the deceased pilot seeking an independent, court-monitored invest

PIRATES! What a disaster Somalia is: Trump erupts at Ilhan Omar, Somali immigrants in fiery rant

Indonesia Landslide Deaths Rise To 34, Dozens Missing

The deathsl from a landslide in Indonesia have risen to 34 with dozens still missing, authorities said on Wednesday, days after the torrent of de

Zilla Parishad polls: Congress candidate in Latur withdraws amid abduction allegations

A Congress candidate for the Latur Zilla Parishad elections has withdrawn her nomination. Anjali Sunil Chaudhary, who was allegedly kidnapped, ap

SC flags new type of fraud in minority reservation claims by upper-caste converts in Haryana

The Supreme Court is investigating a new trend in Haryana where individuals from dominant upper castes are reportedly converting to Buddhism. Thi

Centre To Clarify Concerns Over University Body's New Equity Rules

UGC's New Equity Rules: As the issue is currently under consideration in the Supreme Court, the government will communicate its stance strictly w

Why Should I Ground Fit Aircraft? VSR Aviation Owner After Ajit Pawar's Death

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar was travelling in a Bombardier Learjet 45 - operated by VSR Aviation - when it crashed in an open fi

Ind vs NZ 4th T20 Playing 11: Will Bumrah be rested as India eyes 4-0 lead in Vizag?

Ind vs NZ 4th T20 Playing 11: India heads to Visakhapatnam for the 4th T20I looking to extend their 3-0 lead against New Zealand. With Abhishek S

Opinion: Blog | I'll Be Chief Minister, You'll See: The Many Dreams Of Ajit Pawar

Ajit Pawar, unlike most other politicians who mask their pursuit of power with pious claims of 'public service', wore his ambition on his sleeve.

Bangladeshi Islamist Party's Pro-Hindu Pitch Amid Violence Against Minorities

In what is being seen as the strongest minority outreach by Bangladesh's radical Islamists, Jamaat-E-Islami leader Shafiqur Rahman has appealed t

Ajit Pawar's Plane Crashed after Losing Control, Caught Fire and Exploded: Eyewitnesses

Pawar was travelling to Baramati from Mumbai to address public meetings as part of the campaign for the February 5 zilla parishad elections in th

Will European Union Ban Social Media For Children In 2026?

As France moves one step closer to banning social media for children, the European Union is seriously considering whether it's time for the bloc

Ex-SP MLA, others booked over row during idol immersion procession in U.P.'s Chandauli

Reacting to the action, the former MLA told PTI that the police case was an attempt to suppress the voice of the Opposition. He alleged that case

Video: Supriya Sule At Baramati After Ajit Pawar's Death, Breaks Down In Tears

Supriya Sule, along with Sunetra Pawar, reached Baramati on Wednesday afternoon, just hours after Ajit Pawar's plane crashed in the area early th

President Murmu's address reflects India's remarkable development journey in recent times: PM Modi

The prime minister said the emphasis on building a Viksit Bharat was perfectly captured, reflecting the shared aspiration of building a strong an

Australian Open: Musetti Rues 'Really Painful' Retirement After Schooling Djokovic

Musetti was dominating the 24-time Grand Slam winner 6-4, 6-3, 1-3 and well on his way to a maiden semi-final at Melbourne Park when he threw in

Ajit Pawar would always be remembered for his dedication to public service: Pawan Kalyan

MaharashtraDeputy CM Ajit Pawar and four others were killed on January 28, after an aircraft carrying them crash landed in Baramati in Pune distr

CUET UG 2026 Update: NTA issues important warning for students and parents ahead of registration last date

CUET UG 2026 Registration: The National Testing Agency has issued an important update for students and parents before the closing of the registra

Bitter Cold Grips Eastern US As Winter Storm Deaths Rise, Power Outages Linger

Brutal cold lingered in the wake of a massive storm that dumped deep snow across more than 1,300 miles (2,100 kilometers) from Arkansas to New En

Japan-Born Pandas Xiao Xiao, Lei Lei Arrive Home In China's Sichuan

China's giant pandas Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei arrived safely in Sichuan on Wednesday, China's panda research base said in a social media post, follo

President Murmu hails Operation Sindoor

Bhopal: President Droupadi Murmus address to the joint session of Parliament on Wednesday, January 28, was marked by strong assertions of Indias

Top 10 Arijit Singh songs that refuse to leave our playlists

Mumbai: Bollywoods most loved playback singer Arijit Singh is making headlines ever since he announced his decision to quit playback singing. The

Ajit Pawar: From raw apprentice to the 'dada' of Maharashtra politics

Ajit Pawar Political Journey: Ajit Pawar, a prominent Maharashtra politician, died in a plane crash after a career marked by ambition and politic

Flipkart, IAS, Global Academia: How IIT Delhi Alumni Shape India And Beyond

IIT Delhi Alumni Impact Report 2026: Prominent alumni include Flipkart co-founders Sachin and Binny Bansal, and Zomato co-founder and CEO Deepind

Budget 2026: Sthiti or Srishti? Indias innovation wallet must fund creation, not just continuity

India's Union Budgets have historically focused on preserving existing R&D. This approach has built strong institutions but limits the creation o

Budget 2026 & the fours of growth: Ways the govt can support India Inc

India Inc. seeks budget 2026 focus on infrastructure, manufacturing value addition, green energy, and MSME credit. These priorities aim to boost

Bhramari Pranayama: Lifestyle Expert Luke Coutinho Explains 5 Benefits Of This Yoga Breathing Technique

Bhramari Pranayama, also known as the Humming Bee Breath, is Indias ancient gift to the world, which involves inhaling deeply through the nose, t

Quote of the day: Anand Mahindras fathers advice, linked to Roman Emperor Augustus, Make haste slowly

Anand Mahindra shared his late father's advice, 'Make haste slowly,' which he now sees reflected in India's approach to global trade. This philos

No Readback Of Landing Clearance: Final Moments On Ajit Pawar's Plane

The airport in Maharashtra's Baramati near which the Learjet 45 private jet carrying Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar crashed, killing all five o

She Won't Come Back: Crew's Mother Demands Probe Into Daughter's Death Ajit Pawar's Plane Crash

The tragic Baramati plane crash that claimed the lives of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, flight attendant Pinky Mali, and three ot

From Bose, Sanjay Gandhi to Ajit Pawar: High profile figures who lost their lives in aircraft crashes

On January 28, 2026, aircraft crash in Baramati claimed the life of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar and five others, marking a national tragedy.

Dates of Telangana Municipal Elections 2026, Ward Members oath administration

After the polling, counting of votes will be taken up on February 13 and the results would be announced soon after the conclusion of counting

Delhi HC seeks CBI response on Karti Chidambarams plea in Chinese visa scam case

The Delhi High Court has asked the CBI for its response to a petition filed by Congress MP Karti Chidambaram. He is challenging corruption and co

Nepali Help Loots Valuables Worth Rs 18 Crore From Bengaluru House

A massive jewellery heist worth nearly Rs 18 crore has been reported in a household in Bengaluru, after thieves allegedly broke into multiple loc

Ajit Pawar's Body Identified By His Wristwatch After Plane Crash: Sources

Ajit Pawar and four other persons were killed after an aircraft carrying them crashed in Pune this morning.

Budget session of Parliament begins, Prez says VB G Ram G Act will provide new momentum to rural development

New Delhi: President Droupadi Murmu has said that the world has witnessed the valour and prowess of the Indian Defence Forces during Operation S

Over 25 Schools In Chandigarh Receive Bomb Threat Emails; All evacuated

Following a series of bomb threat emails, the Chandigarh administration advised people to remain calm and not panic.

'Was willing to leave BJP': Mamata Banerjee floats political conspiracy theory on Ajit Pawar's death

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee alleged a political conspiracy behind the death of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar in a plane crash. She demanded

Ajit Pawar funeral date and time: Six-time Deputy CM's last rites to be held with state honors

Ajit Pawar funeral: Maharashtra is in a three-day state of mourning following the death of Deputy CM Ajit Pawar in a Baramati plane crash. A publ

EU trade deal to narrow textile gap with Bangladesh, Pakistan: Jefferies

A new Free Trade Agreement between India and the European Union promises a significant boost for India's textile and apparel industry. Import dut

CCTV footage: Ajit Pawars plane crash at Baramati

NITI Aayog ties-up with NIIT Foundation for 100% coverage in Aspirational Blocks

As per the statement of intent, signed between the Aayog and NIIT Foundation, the two sides will roll-out targeted interventions across select As

Iran says it did not request negotiations with US

Iran unrest: The U.S. deployed additional military assets in the Gulf following nationwide protests in Iran which led to the country's bloodiest

Centre amends clinical trial rules, reduces approval timelines for research, optimizes use of CDSCO human resource

Dispenses with BA/BE tests for low-risk studies , says Health Ministry

Nipah virus outbreak: Health ministry shares latest update on deadly infection as Thailand, Nepal and Malaysia airports step up screening of passengers

Nipah virus: India's health ministry has clarified that there are two cases of confirmed Nipah virus in West Bengal amid reports that five people

Israel Marks Return Of Final Hostage's Remains After Over 2 Years Of War

The return of Ran Gvili, a 24-year-old police officer killed while fighting Hamas during the Oct. 7, 2023, attack on Israel, fulfilled nationwide

Delhi High Court seeks DGCA's stand on keeping FDTL rules in abeyance

The Delhi High Court on Wednesday sought the stand of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on a plea challenging its decision to keep

Youth arrested under POCSO Act in Chennai

The case came to light after a medical examination revealed that the 15-year-old girl was pregnant

F1: Hadjar Crashes New Red Bull Car in Barcelona Pre-Season Barcelona Testing

Hadjar lost control at the final corner in the afternoon and spun backwards into the barriers during a session being held behind closed doors

Unfortunate day for Maharashtra: Dy CM Eknath Shinde on Ajit Pawars passing

Prabhas Set for a Busy February: Simultaneous Shoots for Kalki 2, Spirit

Prabhas faces a grueling schedule this February.

Ajit Pawar's plane crashed due to bad weather, sabotage or a technical error? Here's what we know so far

A private jet carrying Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and four others crash-landed near Baramati airport on Wednesday morning. The

Venezuelan Opposition Figure Seen In Public For First Time In 17 Months

Venezuelan opposition figure Delsa Solorzano appeared in public for the first time in 17 months on Tuesday, hailing a new phase in the country's

#AA23: Announcement Theme Logs a New Record on Social Media

The yet-to-be-titled movie is being produced by the Naveen Yerneni-Y Ravi Shankar duo.

Gujarat ATS Arrests Man for Alleged Terror Plot, Weapons Seized

Ahmedabad, Jan 28: The Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) has arrested a man allegedly involved in a terror conspiracy after he was found to be r

AP Cabinet Mourns Death of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar

Naidu mentioned the plane crash incident, recalled his acquaintance with Pawar, and said he was deeply shocked by his death while travelling from

Ajit Pawar death: Runway not in sight how the final moments unfolded in Baramati crash

A routine flight turned tragic at Baramati airfield. The aircraft lost sight of Runway 11 during landing. A go-around was initiated. Despite repo

Kerala economy records strong 6.19% real growth in 2024-25, says Economic Review

Economic Review 2025 tabled in Kerala Assembly highlights the need for resilient, innovative and forward-looking financial strategies to tackle p

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy express shock over Ajit Pawars demise

Hyderabad: Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Wednesday, January 28, expressed deep shock over the death of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Min

Europe no longer Washington's centre of gravity, shift is structural, says EU foreign policy chief Kallas

India-EU FTA: The risk of a full-blown return to coercive power politics, spheres of influence and a world where might makes right, is very real,

Air India crash: Supreme Court agrees to hear pleas seeking independent probe

India's Smartphone Exports Cross Rs 1 lakh Cr in Apr-Aug FY26: Murmu

In a joint address to Parliament, she said that over 25 lakh new jobs have been created in the electronics manufacturing sector alone during the

Suryakumar Yadav Jumps Five Spots To 7th in Latest ICC T20I Rankings

Suryakumar struck scores of 32, 82 not out and 57 not out to climb the table, as India dominate the upper reaches of the rankings with Abhishek S

Opposition will use all democratic means to demand restoration of MGNREGA: Congress

While the President's mention of the VB-G RAM G Act was welcomed by treasury benches by thumping of desks, Opposition members raised slogans dema

In Pictures | Ajit Pawar's political journey

Ajit Pawar, a key Maharashtra politician, shaped the States politics for decades, influencing major party alliances and leadership roles

Ajit Pawar dies in plane crash: Baramati tragedy revives hard questions on VVIP flights in India

Ajit Pawars death irreplaceable loss to nation: Gadkari

Nagpur: Union minister Nitin Gadkari and several other leaders expressed shock over the untimely death of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit

Congress Will Win Maximum Seats in Municipal Polls: Bhatti

The MLAs must take the municipal elections seriously, work in close coordination with party leaders, and move forward with a clear strategy: Bhat

Dutch tech giant ASML posts bumper profits, eyes bright AI future

CEO Christophe Fouquet said ASML customers were bullish on the medium-term outlook primarily based on more robust expectations of the sustainabil

Who was Ajit Pawar, the blunt, powerful seven-time deputy CM of Maharashtra

Mumbai: Early Wednesday morning, January 28, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar died in a plane crash in Baramati in Maharashtras Pune

Insipid, hollow promises: Congress slams govt after Presidents address

Congress has strongly criticized President Droupadi Murmu's address to Parliament. Party leaders called the speech insipid and lacking vision. Th

INDIA Bloc Leaders Meet In Mallikarjun Kharge's Chamber

INDIA Bloc leaders discussed the opposition's strategy for the Budget session and vowed to raise the MGNREGA repeal strongly.

Australian stocks close lower after core inflation beats expectations, rate-hike bets rise; S&P/ASX 200 drops, check top gainers and losers

Australian shares saw early gains erased, closing slightly lower. Hotter inflation data has boosted expectations for an interest rate hike by the

Gold, silver prices at record highs: Why India may increase duties on their imports

India's gold and silver imports hit record highs in 2025, despite soaring prices, raising concerns over the widening trade deficit and a weakenin

Dhurandhar becomes first single-language film to hit Rs 1000 crore mark

Hyderabad: Aditya Dhars period spy thriller, Dhurandhar, starring Ranveer Singh and Sara Arjun, has become a historic success at the Indian box o

Railway Recruitment Board Reschedules NTPC Skill Test To February 11

Railway Recruitment Board reschedules the NTPC Computer Based Test Skill Test to February 11 for candidates from the December 28, 2025 exam who o

Ajit Pawar death: Tamil Nadu Governor, CM Stalin condole Maharashtra Deputy CMs passing

He was among those on board a flight that crash-landed in Baramati in Maharashtra on Wednesday

Man Held in Hyderabad in Online Gaming, Betting Fraud Case

The accused allegedly cheated innocent people by luring them with promises of easy money through illegal online gaming and cricket betting platfo

Telangana HC prevents Minorities Dept from taking over Abul Kalam Azad Institute

Hyderabad: The Telangana High Court on January 27 ordered for status quo to be maintained with regard to the land and functioning of the Abul Kal

Ajit Pawar, Khaleda Zia among leaders paid tributes in Lok Sabha

The Lok Sabha held a heartfelt tribute today, taking a moment of silence to reflect on the lives of Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawa

India-EU FTA credit positive for India; to boost manufacturing, attract foreign investment: Moodys

New Delhi, Jan 28 : The India-EU free trade pact will be credit positive for India as lower tariffs and better market access will help attract fo

South Korean court gives ex-First Lady Kim Keon Hee 20 months jail term for accepting bribes

Silver futures hit record Rs 3.83 lakh/kg; gold at fresh peak of Rs 1.62 lakh/10g

New Delhi, Jan 28 : Silver prices extended their record-breaking run on Wednesday, soaring more than 7 per cent, to hit a lifetime high of Rs 3.8

PM Modi to attend NCC rally, address cadets

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the National Cadet Corps' PM Rally today. This event marks the conclusion of the month-long annual NCC R

Health Ministry notifies amendments to New Drugs and Clinical Trials Rules, 2019

The move is to simplify regulatory processes, reduce approval time, and to enable faster conduct of clinical research in pharmaceutical sector

Paytms founder ownership signals long-term commitment in Indias public tech space

New Delhi, Jan 28 : At a time when founder ownership across Indias consumer internet sector is steadily declining, Paytm stands out as a rare exc

ONGC, Reliance sign pact for sharing offshore resources

Betul (Goa), Jan 26 : In a strategic move to boost offshore energy exploration and operational efficiency, Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Ltd (O

Shadowfax Tech shares drop over 9 pc in market debut trade

New Delhi, Jan 28 : Shares of logistics services provider Shadowfax Technologies Ltd listed on Wednesday at a discount of over 9 per cent against

Asian Paints shares tumble nearly 7 pc post Q3 earnings

New Delhi, Jan 28 : Shares of Asian Paints tumbled nearly 7 per cent on Wednesday morning trade after the firm reported a decline of 4.83 per cen

Numaligarh Refinery capacity expansion to be completed by year end: Chairman

Betul (Goa), Jan 28 : Numaligarh Refinery Ltd (NRL) will for the first time start processing imported crude oil after its capacity expansion to 9