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Maharashtra Politics: Sunetra Pawar May Be Considered for Deputy CM; Praful Patel Could Lead NCP

30Jan

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Maharashtra, Politics, State

Maharashtra Politics: Sunetra Pawar May Be Considered for Deputy CM; Praful Patel Could Lead NCP

Mumbai, January 30, 2026: The sudden demise of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar in a plane crash has set off a flurry of political activity within the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP). Senior party leaders have reportedly urged Sunetra Pawar, Ajit Pawar’s wife and a sitting Rajya Sabha MP, to take on the role of Deputy Chief Minister in the Maha Vikas Aghadi government, though she has yet to make a decision. The discussions also involve the possibility of Praful Patel assuming leadership of the NCP, ensuring continuity and stability in the party. NCP sources indicate that any potential merger with Sharad Pawar’s faction will be temporarily put on hold, with final decisions expected once the party stabilizes. Political Consultations:Following Ajit Pawar’s funeral, senior N...

After Ajit Pawar’s Death, NCP Leaders Push for Sunetra Pawar as Deputy CM; Baramati Seat Could Go to Family Member

30Jan

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Maharashtra, Politics, State

After Ajit Pawar’s Death, NCP Leaders Push for Sunetra Pawar as Deputy CM; Baramati Seat Could Go to Family Member

Pune, January 30, 2026: Following the sudden death of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar in a plane crash, senior leaders of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) are moving swiftly to fill the political vacuum within the party. A top delegation recently met Sunetra Pawar, Ajit Pawar’s wife and a sitting Rajya Sabha MP, at her Pune residence to pay respects and discuss her potential return to active politics. Party leaders have reportedly suggested including her in the Maha Vikas Aghadi government as Deputy Chief Minister. The delegation included prominent NCP figures such as Executive President Praful Patel, Maharashtra unit chief Sunil Tatkare, and Cabinet Minister Chhagan Bhujbal. Senior leaders believe Sunetra Pawar, who hails from a political family herself, could help uni...

Baramati Plane Crash: Aircraft Had Previously Carried Top BJP Leaders to Bihar Elections

30Jan

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Maharashtra, Politics, State

Baramati Plane Crash: Aircraft Had Previously Carried Top BJP Leaders to Bihar Elections

Pune, January 29, 2026: A tragic plane crash in Baramati claimed the lives of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and four others. The ill-fated aircraft, a Learjet 45 operated by VSR Ventures, had previously transported prominent leaders during the Bihar assembly elections, including Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy CM Eknath Shinde, and Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma. According to sources at Patna airport, the plane was scheduled to fly again to Patna on the day of the crash. A businessman, Mahesh Kumar Reddy, was supposed to travel from Shamshabad Airport in Andhra Pradesh to Patna on the same aircraft, with a landing time set for 10:30 AM and a return flight at 9:30 PM. Following news of the Baramati accident, Reddy opted for an alternative chartered fligh...

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey Sparks Controversy with Supreme Court Remark on UGC Rules

30Jan

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Jharkhand, Politics, State

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey Sparks Controversy with Supreme Court Remark on UGC Rules

Ranchi: BJP MP Nishikant Dubey from Godda is facing backlash after his comments on the Supreme Court’s stay on the University Grants Commission’s (UGC) new rules went viral on social media. Politicians and citizens alike have expressed strong opinions on the matter. What Dubey Said Following the Supreme Court’s decision, Dubey shared a post on social media platform X, targeting the opposition. He claimed that he had been raising the issue in Parliament over the past two days, but no political party deemed it important enough for discussion. Dubey criticized the government for being criticized for granting 10% EWS reservation to the upper castes, calling it unfair. Appealing to the public to trust Prime Minister Narendra Modi, he stated that the country’s laws would continue to ope...

Diya Kumari Holds Up a ‘Mirror’ to Congress in Assembly: “Your Development Was Only on Paper, Ours Is Backed by Data”

30Jan

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Politics, Rajasthan, State

Diya Kumari Holds Up a ‘Mirror’ to Congress in Assembly: “Your Development Was Only on Paper, Ours Is Backed by Data”

Jaipur: In a fiery session of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly, Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari launched a sharp attack on the Congress party, asserting that the public has not forgotten the previous government’s “deceptions and betrayals.” While presenting detailed development statistics of her administration, Diya Kumari’s statements sent the opposition reeling and ignited a heated debate in the House. “The public hasn’t forgotten the last betrayal”Diya Kumari criticized the former Congress government, saying that for five years, Rajasthan’s citizens were subjected to nothing but empty promises and political gimmicks. Speaking in a firm tone, she said:"Under the previous government, development existed only in the form of populist announcements. On the ground, there was no trace o...

Delhi’s Yamuna Crossing Area to Get Major Boost with ₹728 Crore Development Plan

30Jan

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DELHI (national capital territory), Politics, State

Delhi’s Yamuna Crossing Area to Get Major Boost with ₹728 Crore Development Plan

New Delhi: The Yamuna Crossing (Yamunapar) region, home to nearly a third of Delhi’s population, is set for a major transformation as the Yamuna Crossing Area Development Board approved development projects worth ₹728 crore on Thursday. The meeting, chaired by Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, greenlit budgets for roads, sewage, drainage systems, and other infrastructure projects, signaling the rapid acceleration of development in the area. CM Rekha Gupta Highlights PrioritiesChief Minister Gupta emphasized that budget constraints will not impede development. She instructed the board members to prioritize projects based on necessity, ensuring a balanced approach that addresses both urban beautification and essential civic needs. “The development of the trans-Yamuna region is among the D...

BJP MLA’s Brother Clashes with Constable During Traffic Check in Shivpuri

30Jan

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Madhya Pradesh, Politics, State

BJP MLA’s Brother Clashes with Constable During Traffic Check in Shivpuri

Shivpuri, Jan 30, 2026: A heated confrontation erupted in Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh, when a police constable stopped BJP MLA Ramesh Khatik’s brother, Bhagya Chandra Khatik, for riding a bike without a helmet. The incident, which took place near Narwar Police Station, has gone viral on social media. According to reports, during a routine vehicle check, the constable asked Khatik to follow traffic rules. In response, he allegedly threatened the police, saying, “You will bring the bike home.” The constable, refusing to be intimidated, retorted, “Should I take off my uniform right here?” The clash escalated when the constable removed the bike keys to prevent further violation, prompting Khatik to step down and confront the officer. The keys were later thrown into the police station campus...

Nitish Kumar Deepens Trust with ‘Half the Population’, Silences Opposition — Will Prashant Kishor Quit Politics Now?

30Jan

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Bihar, Politics, State

Nitish Kumar Deepens Trust with ‘Half the Population’, Silences Opposition — Will Prashant Kishor Quit Politics Now?

Patna:Ahead of the Bihar Assembly elections, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has delivered a decisive political message by strengthening his long-standing commitment to women empowerment — a move that has not only reinforced the confidence of the state’s “half the population” but also effectively cornered the opposition. During both phases of the ‘Samriddhi Yatra’, one theme consistently dominated the Chief Minister’s speeches — the welfare, dignity and economic independence of women. That focus has now translated into a major cabinet decision. Cabinet Clears ₹2 Lakh Support Under Women Employment Scheme In a crucial cabinet meeting chaired by Nitish Kumar, the Bihar government approved financial assistance of up to ₹2 lakh for beneficiaries under the Chief Minister Women Employment S...

BJP Unfazed, RJD Provoked: How the UGC Equity Regulation Has Become a Key Issue Ahead of UP and Bengal Elections

30Jan

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Bihar, Politics, State

BJP Unfazed, RJD Provoked: How the UGC Equity Regulation Has Become a Key Issue Ahead of UP and Bengal Elections

Patna:The Supreme Court’s decision to stay the implementation of the University Grants Commission’s Promotion of Equity Regulation 2026 has sharply escalated political tensions in Bihar, turning an academic policy into a major ideological and electoral battleground ahead of the upcoming Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal assembly elections. While opposition parties, particularly the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), have termed the regulation an “election gimmick” of the Centre, leaders of the ruling NDA have welcomed judicial intervention, calling it necessary to preserve social harmony and cultural unity. Over the past two days, protests against the regulation have continued in Patna, further intensifying the political atmosphere. Political Crossfire Over UGC Rules RJD leaders launched ...

Nitish Kumar Bets on Development Through ‘Samriddhi Yatra’, Targets RJD by Reviving Memories of ‘Jungle Raj’

30Jan

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Bihar, Politics, State

Nitish Kumar Bets on Development Through ‘Samriddhi Yatra’, Targets RJD by Reviving Memories of ‘Jungle Raj’

Patna/Samastipur:Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, during his ongoing Samriddhi Yatra, made a calculated political and developmental push in Samastipur — a district long considered a stronghold of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD). The visit witnessed a strategic blend of development announcements and sharp political messaging, as the Chief Minister attempted to breach the opposition’s entrenched base using what party insiders describe as his “Chanakya-style strategy.” While presenting a roadmap of infrastructure growth, Nitish Kumar simultaneously invoked memories of the pre-2005 era — often referred to as “Jungle Raj” — to draw a clear contrast between his governance and the previous RJD-led regimes. Massive Development Push Laying the foundation of his campaign on development, the Chie...