Plane crash kills prominent Indian politician Ajit Pawar
The plane carrying the deputy chief minister of Maharashtra state came down in his constituency of Baramati.
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Putin challenges US pressure on India over Russian oil during state visit
Putin questions US pressure on India’s Russian oil purchases as Modi gives the Russian president a warm welcome.
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Putin visits India amid Ukraine peace push: What’s on the agenda?
President Putin visits India as Russia faces pressure to end war in Ukraine, looking to boost bilateral trade deals.
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Who benefits from India’s sweeping new labour reforms?
India rolls out simplified labour codes to modernise outdated laws.
Published On 3 Dec 2025
India’s sky-high fares crash dreams to make flying accessible to all
PM Modi said he wants those who can’t afford shoes to be able to fly. But shrinking competition is killing that hope.
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India implements sweeping labour reforms despite union opposition
Four new labour codes come into force as India seeks to attract investment and strengthen manufacturing.
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Why India likely won’t return Hasina to face Bangladesh death penalty
Bangladesh protesters applaud death penalty for former PM. But she is far from the gallows, in India.
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Bihar 2025 election result: Who won, who lost in crucial Indian state
Modi’s BJP-led alliance poised to sweep the legislative assembly election in Bihar, vote count trends show.
Bihar election: Can Modi buck Gen Z rage in India’s youngest state?
Protests have toppled governments across South Asia. India has stayed immune. Will Bihar elections change that?
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Who are India and Pakistan blaming for Delhi, Islamabad blasts?
Pakistan has quickly blamed India. New Delhi has said Islamabad is trying to distract attention from domestic challenges
How a star-studded Kashmir cricket league bombed as organisers fled
Billed as Kashmir’s biggest ever cricket show, the collapsed event has left a trail of questions, sense of betrayal.
