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In a major development from Maharashtra politics, Sunetra Pawar, wife of late Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, has agreed to become the next Deputy CM, according to a report by TV9 Marathi. Notably, late Ajit Pawar’s political advisor Naresh Arora has met Sunetra Pawar, and discussed the matter. It has come to light that she has agreed to be the Deputy CM. Ajit Pawar, a popular name in Maharashtra politics, was recently killed in a plane crash while it was trying to land at the Baramati Airport.
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In a major development, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Venezuela’s Acting President Delcy Rodríguez on Friday over the phone. The leaders discussed strengthening bilateral ties between India and Venezuela. Notably, the South American country is going through a tumultuous period after the US forces captured and extradited Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores. They were transported to the US and charged with drug trafficking.
PM Modi took to X and wrote, "Spoke with Acting President of Venezuela, Ms Delcy Rodríguez. We agreed to further deepen and expand our bilateral partnership in all areas, with a shared vision of taking India-Venezuela relations to new heights in the years ahead." Notably, this is the first time PM Modi has spoken with Rodríguez after Maduro's capture.
In a major development from Maharashtra politics, Sunetra Pawar, wife of late Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, has agreed to become the next Deputy CM, according to a report by TV9 Marathi.
Notably, late Ajit Pawar’s political advisor Naresh Arora has met Sunetra Pawar, and discussed the matter. It has come to light that she has agreed to be the Deputy CM. Ajit Pawar, a popular name in Maharashtra politics, was recently killed in a plane crash while it was trying to land at the Baramati Airport.
There has been hectic meetings in the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) camp, with Sunetra Pawar’s name seemingly confirmed for the post of Deputy CM, according to the report by TV9 Marathi. If it happens, then Maharashtra will get its first woman Deputy CM ever.
PM Narendra Modi announced on Friday an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh to the families of those killed in the warehouse fire in West Bengal's Anandapur. Also, the PM announced Rs 50,000 to those injured.
Taking to X, PM Modi said, "The recent fire mishap in Anandapur, West Bengal, is very tragic and saddening. My condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. I pray that those injured recover at the earliest." He added, "An ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh from PMNRF would be given to the next of kin of each deceased. The injured would be given Rs. 50,000."
In 2018, the Uttarakhand government passed the Uttarakhand Freedom of Religion Act (UFRA) to stop what it called “forced religious conversions.” The law was later strengthened in 2022 and again in 2025, with stricter punishments and longer jail terms. But nearly seven years later, court records show that the law is struggling to stand in court.
An investigation by The Indian Express, based on records obtained through 30 Right to Information (RTI) applications, reveals that of the 62 cases registered under the Act until September 2025, only five have gone to full trial. All five ended in acquittals. Judges repeatedly pointed out weak investigations, lack of evidence, and consensual relationships between couples. Read more here
Around 22 students were hospitalised after consuming mid-day meals at a primary school in Sangareddy district in Telangana on 29th January, officials said.
According to a police official, the students had eaten sambar and rice in the afternoon and soon began experiencing symptoms such as stomach pain and discomfort. The students were immediately shifted to the nearby hospital for medical attention. Later, the official stated that all 22 students are in stable condition and will be discharged from the hospital, says police.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday paid tributes to Mahatma Gandhi on his death anniversary, saying his call for ‘swadeshi’ is the fundamental principle for a developed India.
The prime minister said Mahatma Gandhi always laid strong emphasis on ‘swadeshi’, which is also a fundamental pillar of the government’s resolve for a developed and self-reliant India.
Rajasthan Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari says, "It's my birthday. I visited Govind Dev Ji, our revered deity, I offered prayers, and now I will also go to Tarkeshwar Mahadev temple and Moti Dungri Ganesh Ji temple. Then, in my constituency, I will first visit the temples and offer prayers. After that, I have a program to meet and greet people."
On budget, she says, "You will receive all the information about the upcoming budget when it is presented. A very good and inclusive budget will be presented. At the state level, over the last 2 years under the leadership of CM Bhajanlal Sharma, we have presented a very good, inclusive budget for all sections of society and all regions. We have made significant announcements and fulfilled them. Similarly, a strong budget will be presented this time as well. There will be notable announcements for the entire state, and we will ensure these are effectively implemented on the ground, just as we have done previously."
Himachal Pradesh Minister Rohit Thakur says, "There has been good snowfall... Our state is predominantly an agricultural region, and this snowfall was very important for the farmers and other sectors of the economy... A large number of tourists also visited Himachal during this time. It's been a long time since we've had such good snowfall... All departments are working day and night to normalize the situation... We hope for more snowfall..." (29.01)
Uttar Pradesh minister Suresh Kumar Khanna says, "The cabinet has approved the proposal for the rehabilitation of Hindu Bengali families displaced from East Pakistan and Bangladesh... 99 families are currently residing in Nangla Gosai village of Mawana tehsil in Meerut district. Arrangements are being made for their rehabilitation, under which each family will be allotted half an acre of land. This land will be given on lease for 30 years on a premium or lease rent basis, which can be extended twice for 30 years each time..." (29.01)
Noida, UP | On Supreme Court staying UGC's Equity Regulations, BJP MLA Pankaj Singh says, "This was a burning issue, and the Supreme Court has stayed UGC's Equity Regulations, keeping in view the sentiments of millions of people. This is a welcoming decision..."
