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AAP's Anurag Dhanda seeks detailed probe into Ajit Pawar’s death

Speaking to ANI, Dhanda said, "Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar died in a plane crash, and several other people were also on board. Many questions are being raised about this accident. Several journalists are questioning why he was travelling in a plane that had crashed two or three years ago. Why was a VIP being allowed to travel in a previously crashed plane? There are various discussions among people regarding why this particular plane was assigned to him."

2026-01-28T17:39:54.557151+00:00 IST

Pilot Shambhavi Pathak’s grandmother expresses grief

Meera Pathak, grandmother of Pilot Shambhavi Pathak, who was the pilot of the ill-fated charter plane on Wednesday, stated that the incident shocked and terrified her. She was informed about the fatal crash by her younger son.

2026-01-28T17:31:31.942633+00:00 IST

Students protest against new UGC guidelines at DU North Campus

Students, mostly belonging to the general category, staged a protest on Wednesday at Delhi University's North Campus against the newly notified University Grants Commission (UGC) equity rules, demanding their immediate withdrawal.

2026-01-28T17:27:22.479357+00:00 IST

Ajit Pawar played vital role in Maharashtra’s development: Shinde

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Wednesday strongly criticised those trying to give "a conspiratorial angle" to Nationalist Congress Party chief Ajit Pawar's death in a plane accident.

2026-01-28T17:18:50.809118+00:00 IST

"How did this happen?": Chhagan Bhujbal on Baramati plane crash

"How that aeroplane got there or landed, I don't know. Because the airstrip, where planes land and take off, is very large, not small. Despite all that, how did this happen? Was there a mistake in the plane, or did the pilot make a mistake? I can't say," Bhujbal told ANI.

2026-01-28T17:15:24.057618+00:00 IST

Ahmedabad Crime Branch sets national precedent with PATHIK

In a landmark achievement for digital governance and public safety, the Ahmedabad City Crime Branch has become the first law enforcement agency in India to enter into a formal agreement with the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) for Aadhaar-enabled guest verification. This pioneering collaboration integrates the Aadhaar App with the PATHIK (Program for Analysis of Traveller and Hotel Informatics) application, marking a significant leap forward in "Smart Policing", a press release said.

2026-01-28T17:15:05.709941+00:00 IST

MP Flying Club chief instructor mourns Shambhavi Pathak’s death

"The incident happened today and is very unfortunate. Shambhavi came to me for Commercial Licensed Pilot training and completed her instructor rating. With me, she had flown 40-50 hours. Shambhavi joined my training centre before COVID, maybe in 2018-19," Mahajan told ANI.

2026-01-28T17:04:24.049027+00:00 IST

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MTA committee discusses India-EU FTA, US- India trade deal

In a post on X, MP Priyanka Chaturvedi said the first MEA Consultative Committee meeting of 2026, chaired by Foreign Minister Dr S Jaishankar, discussed the India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA), touted as the "mother of all FTA deals".

2026-03-01T04:03:19.698777+00:00 IST

"Deeply shocked": Nara Lokesh on Kakinada's firecracker explosion

Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh on Saturday expressed shock and condolences, assuring support to the affected families and medical treatment for the injured after multiple lives were lost in Kakinada's firecracker unit explosion.

2026-03-01T03:29:42.604768+00:00 IST

Bar Body seeks a thorough inquiry into the ‘Judiciary Corruption’

The All India Bar Association has formally written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking a thorough and transparent inquiry into the inclusion of a chapter on alleged "corruption in the judiciary" in the Class VIII syllabus, terming the content objectionable and potentially damaging to the credibility of the justice system.

2026-03-01T03:23:57.097619+00:00 IST

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Himachal Assembly’s budget session to begin on Feb 16

Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly Speaker Kuldeep Singh Pathania on Tuesday chaired a high-level meeting to review security arrangements ahead of the budget session, scheduled to begin on February 16.

2026-02-10T16:43:27.064646+00:00 IST

Ramdas Athawale calls for probe into Ajit Pawar's death

The Union Minister raised questions about how Ajit Dada's flight operated despite restrictions.

2026-02-10T16:21:55.644084+00:00 IST

"Accident or conspiracy? : Rohit Pawar on Ajit Pawar's crash

He claimed that Ajit Pawar was reportedly scheduled to travel from Mumbai to Pune by car the evening before the crash. The security convoy had already begun its manoeuvres, yet "Dada" (Ajit Pawar) never stepped into the vehicle.

2026-02-10T16:16:49.380325+00:00 IST

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"New UGC guidelines will increase separatism": Kalraj Mishra

"We have demanded that the unconstitutional rules, which are based on caste discrimination, and which include OBCs, should be amended. I believe that all sections of society need to be included in this," Mishra told ANI.

2026-01-28T16:46:53.435699+00:00 IST

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"Congress turned into recruiting agency for BJP": Vijayan

Addressing the motion of thanks to Governor Rajendra Arlekar, the Kerala CM listed several leaders who joined the BJP after leaving Congress.

2026-01-28T16:35:59.024590+00:00 IST

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Fadnavis accuses Mamata of "stooping to low level in politics"

"I am deeply saddened that we have reached such a point where such dirty and despicable politics are being played out even over someone's death," Fadnavis told ANI.

2026-01-28T16:31:17.788515+00:00 IST

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Avalanche risk for next 48 hours in Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand State Disaster Management and Rehabilitation Secretary Vinod Kumar Suman on Wednesday confirmed that although widespread rainfall and moderate snowfall have covered the state, no major damage has been reported so far.

2026-01-28T16:17:58.663060+00:00 IST

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“To suggest there’s some conspiracy is extremely unfortunate”: Ek

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Wednesday said that to suggest conspiracy behind Nationalist Congress Party chief Ajit Pawar's death in Baramati palnce accident is "extremely unfortunate."

2026-01-28T16:17:03.258341+00:00 IST

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“Great loss for entire country,” Punjab CM Mann

The Punjab Chief Minister said that it was a loss to the entire country. He also extended his sympathies to other crash victims who lost their lives.

2026-01-28T16:14:08.671901+00:00 IST

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"TVK will form government in 2026": TVK's Sengottaiyan

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) Administrative Committee Coordinator Sengottaiyan today exuded confidence that the party's founder-leader Vijay, fondly referred to as "Thalapathy," would lead the party to power in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.

2026-01-28T16:13:23.484703+00:00 IST

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Narendra Modi interacts with Energy Sector CEOs

During the interaction, the CEOs expressed strong confidence in India's growth trajectory. They conveyed their keen interest in expanding and deepening their business presence in India, citing policy stability, reform momentum, and long-term demand visibility.

2026-01-28T16:12:36.434240+00:00 IST

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"Ajit Pawar will be remembered for his work": Om Birla

In his condolence message in the Lok Sabha, Om Birla expressed grief over Ajit Pawar's untimely demise and highlighted his contributions to Maharashtra's development.

2026-01-28T16:11:03.837001+00:00 IST

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Sarthal Valley to host grand Winter Snow Festival

The District Administration and the Tourism Department on Wednesday announced that a grand Winter Snow Festival will be organized at the Sarthal tourist destination in February. The festival is part of a broader initiative to establish the high-altitude Sarthal Valley as a sought-after winter tourism hub.

2026-01-28T16:08:05.346484+00:00 IST

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Battles now fought in "code and cloud", says PM Modi

Prime Minister shared his personal connection to the NCC while reflecting on the importance of the "Nation First" spirit in times of technological change, he said "When I was in the NCC, my sense of 'Nation First' was also strengthened in the same way. And today, seeing you all learning the same in the NCC, I feel immense pride.

2026-01-28T15:50:14.000048+00:00 IST

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GOC White Knight Corps reviews security situation at Basantgarh i

Lt Gen P K Mishra, General Officer Commanding (GOC) of White Knigh Corps on Wednesday reviewed the security situation at Basantgarh in Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur.

2026-01-28T15:43:35.034194+00:00 IST

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Deendayal Port signs agreement for Green Hydrogen plant

In a landmark step towards sustainable and future-ready port infrastructure, Deendayal Port Authority, Kandla has signed an agreement with Oswal Greenzo Energies, for the design, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of 5 MW Green Hydrogen Plant at Deendayal Port, Kandla.

2026-01-28T15:38:29.068203+00:00 IST

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"Karnataka’s concerns are unfounded:" Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said that the concerns raised by the Karnataka government over Kerala's decision to make Malayalam a compulsory first language in schools are baseless.

2026-01-28T15:37:25.803886+00:00 IST