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 Pawar’s death has left the Maharashtra NCP without a clear leader, raising uncertainty over the party’s 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 Maharashtra’s 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
The Supreme Court on Wednesday agreed to hear a PIL of an NGO alleging that the official probe into the June 12 Air India plane crash violated citizens' fundamental rights to life, equality and access to truthful information.
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 2026–27, reaffirming the Union government’s 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
President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday addressed a joint session of Parliament on the first day of the Budget Session 2026–27, reaffirming the Union government’s 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
28 January,2026 01:45 PM IST | New Delhi [India] | ANIHundreds 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
28 January,2026 01:44 PM IST | Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) | PTIAjit 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
28 January,2026 01:09 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentIn 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
28 January,2026 11:47 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentAccording 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
28 January,2026 11:46 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
A tragic chapter in India’s political history is marked by the untimely deaths of several prominent leaders in aircraft and helicopter crashes. From former chief ministers to senior national figures, these incidents claimed the lives of leaders who played significant roles in shaping the country’s politics. From Ajit Pawar to former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani, here is a look at some of the leaders India lost in air crashes (Pics/Wikipedia, file pics, YSR Congress party)
In a post on X, the President said Pawar would always be remembered for his significant role in Maharashtra’s development, particularly his contribution to the cooperative sector
28 January,2026 11:44 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
The reading showed a slight recovery from Tuesday, when the city’s 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
28 January,2026 10:19 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
UGC’s 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
28 January,2026 10:02 AM IST | New Delhi | ANI
Earlier, flights to these cities were cancelled till January 28. The airline said that taking into account the developments around Iran, it has made additional adjustments to the schedule of some flights
28 January,2026 09:08 AM IST | New Delhi | PTI
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