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The Supreme Court agreed to hear petitions seeking an independent, court-monitored probe into the June 12 Air India Flight AI171 crash that killed 260 people. NGO Safety Matters Foundation, the pilot’s father, and others allege the official AAIB investigation violated citizens’ rights. The court will review submissions from the Centre, DGCA, and AAIB.
The Andhra Pradesh govt announced good news for pensioners, confirming distribution of old-age and other pensions on Jan 31. Village secretariat staff have been directed to withdraw funds from banks on Jan 30 to ensure smooth delivery. Meanwhile, the govt reiterated that beneficiaries must submit life certificates between Jan 1 and Feb 28 for receiving […]
Kim Keon-hee, wife of ousted South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, was sentenced to 20 months in prison for bribery, receiving luxury gifts from the Unification Church in exchange for favors. Acquitted of stock manipulation and political funding charges, she has been jailed since August. The ruling comes weeks before Yoon’s rebellion trial.
The Delhi High Court listed April 22 to hear the NIA’s plea seeking death penalty for separatist leader Yasin Malik, currently serving life imprisonment. Malik accused the agency of causing “trauma” through delays. The NIA argued his crimes warrant capital punishment, while Malik claimed decades of peace efforts and political scapegoating.
Telangana Health Minister Damodar Rajanarasimha reviewed preparedness ahead of the Medaram fair, directing officials to prevent health emergencies among devotees. He called for strict safeguards, round-the-clock medical camps, and the deployment of specialist doctors. Rapid response teams should also remain on high alert throughout the festival.
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar died when a chartered Learjet 45 crashed while landing at Baramati airport, killing all five on board, including him, his personal security officer Vidip Jadhav, cabin crew Pinky Mali, and pilots Sumit Kapoor and Shambhavi Patak. The aircraft was flying from Mumbai for local election engagements; investigation is underway.
The AP state cabinet, chaired by CM Chandrababu, wrapped up its session with approval of 35 agenda items, including a key decision to develop Piduguralla Medical College on a Public-Private Partnership and discussions on transferring 33 acres of SC University land to the Agricultural Market Committee, advancing health and agricultural education infrastructure.
NIA conducted coordinated raids on about 20 Popular Front of India centres across Kerala to trace six absconding militants linked to unlawful activities and the murder of RSS worker Sreenivasan. Searches in Ernakulam, Palakkad and Thrissur seized digital devices and financial records, as the agency targets sleeper cells, funding networks and cross-border escape routes.
The helicopter carrying Ajit Pawar crashed at Baramati airport, with low visibility cited as a probable cause. The airstrip lacks night-landing infrastructure and navigation aids essential for safe operations in foggy conditions. Preliminary reports indicate the chopper attempted to land as visibility dropped to 800 metres, resulting in the aircraft crashing.
Ajit Pawar shares a deeply affectionate bond with his family, especially with his daughter Supriya Sule and sister Sunetra Pawar. Known for his warm and supportive nature, he maintains close ties, often seen guiding and encouraging them in both personal and professional spheres. Their interactions reflect mutual respect, love, and a sense of unity.
President Murmu addressed the joint session of Parliament on the first day of the Budget session, commemorating 150 years of the iconic song ‘Vande Mataram’. She paid tribute to Birsa Munda and Sardar Patel, highlighting Ambedkar’s vision for freedom and social justice. She also lauded recent achievements, noting that over 100 crore gas connections provided.
Ajit Pawar’s political saga began in 1991 with a Baramati assembly win, propelling him through ministerial roles in irrigation, finance, and home affairs. As NCP heavyweight and Sharad Pawar’s heir-apparent, the 2023 split saw him pivot to Mahayuti, reclaiming Deputy CM post. By 2026, his electoral stronghold affirm 3-decade resilience in Maharashtra’s arena.
In the wake of a devastating plane crash involving Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar en route from Mumbai to Baramati for municipal poll engagements, his cousin NCP-SP MP Supriya Sule, rushed alongside Sunetra Pawar and Parth Pawar to the town. This poignant family response transcends political divides, uniting the Pawars in a moment of profound […]
Ajit Pawar’s journey began with modest roots, shaped by discipline, ambition, and early exposure to public life. As a student, he balanced academics with grassroots political awareness. His formative years were marked by perseverance and a strong work ethic, which later helped him navigate challenges, and carve a distinct identity in Maharashtra politics.
Maharashtra govt top officials revealed that the security has been tightened across the state to prevent any untoward incident as the state’s Deputy CM Ajit Pawar passed away in a sudden chopper crash. They revealed that six people have died in a plane crash in Maharashtra. The state govt has been alerted after the death […]