A massive tragedy has struck Maharashtra politics. Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar has died in a plane crash near Baramati. The aircraft, carrying five people, burst into flames after a failed emergency landing.
When Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stands up in Parliament this February, she won’t just be presenting a financial statement; she will be setting an institutional benchmark. Presenting her 9th consecutive budget, she represents a rare era of stability in India’s often volatile economic history.
fter decades of negotiations, India and the European Union have finalized what is being called the “Mother of all Trade Deals.” The pact promises to slash tariffs, boost investment, and reshape the global economic landscape.
When Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stands up in Parliament this February, she won’t just be presenting a financial statement; she will be setting an institutional benchmark. Presenting her 9th consecutive budget, she represents a rare era of stability in India’s often volatile economic history.
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Sunetra Pawar, wife of late Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, will take oath as Deputy Chief Minister after a decision by the NCP. Sharad Pawar has said the family was not consulted and claimed he learnt about the ceremony through the media, even as it is revealed that Ajit Pawar was working on reuniting the two NCP factions before his fatal plane crash.
It has been four years since the “stiff” crypto tax regime was introduced in India. As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares for Budget 2026-27, the crypto industry is united in one demand: level the playing field or risk losing India’s Web3 future to offshore markets.
A heart-wrenching image from Madhya Pradesh has shaken the nation’s conscience. An elderly man in Rewa was forced to carry his dying wife on a handcart after waiting in vain for an ambulance. When he finally reached the hospital, she was declared dead, and the system failed him a second time.
Heavy snowfall has brought cheer to Kinnaur’s apple growers, providing the essential ‘chilling hours’ needed for a high-quality crop. While the orchards thrive, authorities have issued a travel advisory due to slippery roads in high-altitude areas.
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As delegations gather in Washington for the inaugural Critical Minerals Ministerial, anxiety grips the resource-rich eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. Locals fear the new US-backed mineral deals, intended to counter China’s dominance, will replicate historic patterns of exploitation rather than delivering the promised economic liberation.
Gaza youth innovation is emerging from the ruins of a shattered economy, as young Palestinians see their old career plans disappear under blockade and war. From nurses turning into digital marketers to traders running makeshift work hubs and engineers creating electricity from plastic, a generation is rebuilding its future with whatever tools it can find.
South Korea is planning a radical overhaul of its crypto governance. A new proposal seeks to cap the ownership stakes of major shareholders in crypto exchanges at 15-20%, effectively treating them as “public infrastructure” rather than private tech startups.
A new report warns that Kenya is sleepwalking into a crisis. As the 2027 general election approaches, the collapse of institutional trust and the rise of “state-generated” violence suggests that 2026 will be a critical year for the nation’s stability.
Sports
Team India produced one of the most destructive batting displays in T20 history on Sunday. Led by Abhishek Sharma’s record-equalling 14-ball half-century, the Men in Blue chased down New Zealand’s target of 154 with 60 balls to spare, clinching the series with an unassailable 3-0 lead.
In a defiant move amidst administrative chaos, Pakistan has named its 15-man squad for the 2026 T20 World Cup. Babar Azam returns to lead the charge, but the big question remains: Will the team actually travel to the tournament?
Full Member Ireland was pushed to the brink by Italy in the first T20I of their historic series in Dubai. Chasing a modest 119, Ireland stumbled to 119/7, securing victory with just three balls to spare thanks to Matthew Humphreys’ 4-wicket haul.
The cricketing world has been rocked by the ICC’s decision to suspend the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) effectively immediately. As a result, Bangladesh has been disqualified from the 2026 T20 World Cup, with Scotland named as their replacement.
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The wait is over. Border 2 has hit the screens, and the early reports are in. Director Anurag Singh has successfully blended nostalgia with fresh energy. From Sunny Deol’s surprising “fun mode” to the electric chemistry between Varun Dhawan and Diljit Dosanjh, the film is already winning hearts in the first half.
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When Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stands up in Parliament this February, she won’t just be presenting a financial statement; she will be setting an institutional benchmark. Presenting her 9th consecutive budget, she represents a rare era of stability in India’s often volatile economic history.
