Bangladesh’s foreign affairs Adviser Md Touhid Hossain on Wednesday said that there was “no reason” for India to recall the family members of its diplomats from Dhaka. This comes after New Delhi cited precautionary safety concerns amid rising extremist activity ahead of the country’s general elections scheduled for February 2026.
A patient advocacy group has urged the Indian government to publicly disclose the full text of the EU free trade agreement before signing. They caution that the pact's strong intellectual property provisions could compromise access to affordable medicines, impacting millions globally who rely on Indian generic production.
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar tragically died in a plane crash while attempting to land in Baramati. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Governor Acharya Devvrat, and Deputy CM Eknath Shinde visited Pawar's family to offer condolences. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also expressed his grief and spoke to NCP chief Sharad Pawar.
A 2024 video has resurfaced in which Ajit Pawar shared his mid-air scare experience with Devendra Fadnavis and Uday Samant. In the resurfaced video, the three ministers were flying form Nagpur to Gadchiroli to attend the foundation stone-laying ceremony of a steel plant. Addressing the gathering after their arrival, Pawar narrated how the helicopter entered thick cloud cover, leaving no visibility outside.
Veteran leader Sharad Pawar has dismissed conspiracy theories surrounding the tragic plane crash that claimed the life of his nephew, Ajit Pawar. He emphasized that the incident was a pure accident, urging against any political exploitation of the tragedy. Ajit Pawar, a six-term Deputy Chief Minister, died en route to Baramati. Investigations are underway.
India is launching its first AI-enabled university pilot at Chaudhary Charan Singh University (CCSU), Meerut, in partnership with Google Cloud and the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship. This initiative aims to create personalized AI tutors for students and streamline administrative tasks, with plans to scale the model nationally to enhance accessibility and prepare students for the AI era.
The Indian Army has contracted Shield AI for its V-BAT unmanned aircraft and Hivemind autonomy software, bolstering India's advanced military platforms. This emergency procurement includes licenses for software development, enabling local creation of tailored autonomous solutions.
Ajit Pawar, a formidable Maharashtra politician and six-time Deputy Chief Minister, tragically died in a plane crash. Known for his sharp instincts and administrative prowess, Pawar consistently pursued the top job but never attained it.
Tragedy struck Baramati as a plane carrying Maharashtra's deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar crashed moments after clearance for landing. All five on board perished. The uncontrolled airfield's traffic information was relayed by flying instructors. The aircraft initially reported the runway out of sight before a fatal final approach.
A chartered Learjet 45 crashed at Baramati airport on Wednesday morning. Maharashtra deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar was among the five people on board who died. The flight had departed Mumbai earlier. It lost control during landing and caught fire. Investigations into the cause are underway. The victims included Pawar's security officer, an aircraft attendant, and the pilots.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen declared Europe-India political ties are stronger than ever, highlighted by a new Free Trade Agreement and Security and Defence Partnership. This collaboration signals a commitment to dialogue and cooperation amidst global uncertainty, aiming to bolster economic growth and strategic stability for both regions. The agreements mark a significant advancement in bilateral relations.
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor missed another crucial party meeting, citing a late invitation and pre-planned Dubai travel. Returning from his trip, he stated he would convey his concerns directly to the leadership. Tharoor's recent praise for Prime Minister Modi has reportedly led to him being sidelined from party activities.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen gained social media attention for twinning in traditional Eri silk scarves during her India visit. The visit also saw the announcement of a landmark India-EU Free Trade Agreement, hailed as the 'mother of all deals,' aiming to deepen economic ties and create a vast free trade zone.
Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah lost his temper at a rally when Youth Congress workers chanted slogans for deputy CM DK Shivakumar. Despite his requests for quiet, the disruptions continued, overshadowing the protest against a new rural employment scheme. This incident highlights the ongoing power struggle between the two leaders within the state Congress.
The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) on Tuesday rescued 60 people, including 40 soldiers of a Rashtriya Rifles unit, after they were stranded in a snowbound area of Jammu and Kashmir’s Doda district following heavy snowfall. It also restored road connectivity in the Kandi-Kotranka area of Rajouri district after heavy snowfall disrupted movement in the Pir Panjal region.
An Indian national from Gujarat, Dharmesh Chunara, who escaped from Nepal's Bhadra Jail during last year's «Gen Z» protests, has been apprehended by Ahmedabad Police. He was caught with 13 kilograms of hybrid ganja valued at approximately Rs 13 crore. Chunara had entered India via the Sonauli border after the jailbreak.
