Today, January 31, Sunetra Pawar made history as the first woman Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, succeeding her late husband, Ajit Pawar. A Rajya Sabha MP and daughter of Bajirao Patil, she has transitioned from social activism to a core executive role. She is supported by her two sons, Parth and Jay Pawar. Scroll below to know more about her.
Sunetra Pawar (62) has been unanimously elected as the NCP Legislative Party Leader and will be sworn in as Maharashtra's first woman Deputy CM today, Jan 31, at 5 PM. Following the death of her husband, Ajit Pawar, the Rajya Sabha MP and B.Com graduate, steps into the cabinet to lead the party within the Mahayuti alliance. Scroll below to know more about her.
The Kerala State Lotteries will shortly announce the Karunya KR-740 weekly lottery results of today. The live draw for the Karunya KR-740 weekly lottery will begin at 3 PM. Lottery players who purchased tickets for the Karunya KR-740 weekly lottery can watch the live streaming below to learn about the winners’ names for Saturday’s lottery.
Gold prices in India eased on Saturday, January 31, 2026, after a sharp rally earlier in the week, with physical and MCX prices retreating from recent highs. Domestic rates for 24-carat and 22-carat gold slipped from record levels amid profit-booking and a slightly firmer rupee.
A suspected food poisoning incident at a government primary school in Telangana's Khammam district left 38 students hospitalised on Thursday, January 29. The students of Bodiyathanda Government Primary School in Konijerla mandal fell ill shortly after consuming a mid-day meal consisting of dal and rice.
A 91-year-old Mahadalit woman was cremated on a public road in Bihar's Gaya district on Thursday, January 29, after her family was allegedly blocked from accessing a traditional cremation ground. Despite pleas from the grieving family, access to the land, traditionally used for last rites, was reportedly obstructed by influential local residents, forcing the family to perform the final rituals on the roadside.
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is expected to release the provisional answer keys for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Tier 2 examination 2026 within the next few days. Following the successful completion of the "Mains" exams on January 18 and 19, thousands of candidates are awaiting their response sheets to estimate their scores.
The Kerala State Lottery Department will shortly announce the results for the Suvarna Keralam SK-38 weekly lottery of today, January 30. Conducted at Gorky Bhavan in Thiruvananthapuram, the live draw of the Suvarna Keralam SK-38 weekly lottery will begin at 3 PM. Scroll below to watch the live telecast of Kerala’s Suvarna Keralam SK-38 draw.
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The Nagaland State Lotteries will soon declare the Dear Victory Friday weekly lottery results of January 30. Participants of the Dear Victory Friday weekly lottery can watch the live streaming below, as the winners' names will be declared soon. The Dear Victory Friday weekly lottery results will be announced from Nagaland's Kohima.
January 30, observed as Martyrs’ Day or Shaheed Diwas to mark the death anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, is being commemorated across the country with tributes and remembrance ceremonies. Alongside these observances, several states and Union Territories have imposed restrictions on the sale of alcohol, prompting many to ask whether liquor stores are shut today.
The Prayagraj Municipal Corporation (PMC) is considering a formal proposal to ban pet dogs and cats from all public parks under its jurisdiction. The move, announced on Thursday, January 29, aims to address increasing complaints regarding hygiene, public safety, and the inconvenience caused to morning walkers and children.
A six-year-old girl is recovering from severe injuries after she was allegedly gang-raped by three minors in the Bhajanpura area of Northeast Delhi. The incident, which took place on the evening of January 18, has led to the apprehension of two suspects, aged 10 and 13, while a third 14-year-old suspect remains at large.
Leaders of his Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) faction have formally proposed his wife, Sunetra Pawar, to succeed him in the state cabinet. The proposal was moved during a high-level party meeting as the party looks to stabilise its leadership and maintain its influence within the ruling Mahayuti alliance.
Silver prices remained firm in early Thursday trade, consolidating near record highs after a historic rally that has seen the white metal outperform gold in percentage terms over the past twelve months.
French President Emmanuel Macron declared on Wednesday, January 28, that the escalating diplomatic crisis over Greenland is a "strategic wake-up call for all of Europe," marking a definitive stand against US pressure. Speaking at the Élysée Palace alongside the Prime Ministers of Denmark and Greenland, Macron framed the dispute as a critical moment for the continent to reclaim its independence.
A 46-year-old lorry driver from Perak was detained by the Selangor Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) in the early hours of Monday, January 26, 2026. The man was discovered among 28 undocumented migrants aboard an unregistered fiberglass boat intercepted off the coast of Sabak Bernam, Selangor.
On February 15, millions of devotees will observe Mahashivratri 2026, a cornerstone of the Hindu liturgical calendar. This festival occurs on the Chaturdashi Tithi of the Krishna Paksha in the month of Phalguna. While monthly Shivratris occur throughout the year, this annual occurrence is considered the most spiritually potent due to the unique alignment of planetary energies.
France's National Assembly approved a bill on Jan 26, to ban social media for children under 15. Championed by President Emmanuel Macron, the law aims to curb cyberbullying and mental health risks by deactivating existing underage accounts by year-end. Similar age restrictions exist in Australia (under 16) and China. Scroll below to see the list.
The Karnataka government has announced a comprehensive ban on outside food for prison inmates across the state, citing security concerns and the need to curb the smuggling of contraband. Under the new directive issued by the Home Department, prisoners will no longer be permitted to receive home-cooked meals or private food parcels from family members during visits.
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