In Delhi’s Shastri Park, police are hunting a father accused of brutally killing his 11-year-old son after a family dispute, then sending a video of the crime to relatives and calling his wife to inform her. The child’s body has been recovered and sent for post-mortem.
Investigators are probing multiple scenarios behind Deputy CM Ajit Pawar’s Learjet crash near Baramati, including poor visibility during landing, pilot decision-making under pressure, and technical or control issues, while the recovered black box and CCTV footage will be key to pinpointing the exact cause.
Madhya Pradesh minister Kailash Vijayvargiya stirred fresh controversy while speaking on character building at an event, saying if a PWD minister’s father gets his son contracts for clothes, then moral upbringing suffers. His example on corruption and family ethics quickly triggered heated reactions across politics and social media.
The Indian rupee touched a historic low near ₹92 per US dollar amid strong dollar demand, foreign capital outflows and global uncertainty, pressuring equity markets and import costs. Traders say crude, geopolitical risks and risk-off sentiment weighed heavily on the currency’s performance this week.
Government authorities issued transfer and posting orders for six IAS officers, assigning them fresh administrative responsibilities across departments after recent state reshuffles. These moves aim to strengthen governance, fill key roles and refresh leadership in critical bureaucratic positions as part of routine cadre management.
In Indore, a man searching for a life partner on a matrimonial website was gradually duped of around ₹64 lakh after a woman named “Kaira” won his trust, then vanished following a pig-butchering investment scam setup. Police have registered a case and are probing the bank transfers.
In Lucknow’s Indiranagar, 23-year-old model Tannu Singh allegedly died by suicide after her husband jokingly called her “monkey,” leaving family stunned and police investigating. Tannu, sensitive about her looks and career, was found hanged at home; cops have sent the body for post-mortem and continue inquiry.
Silver prices plunged about ₹24,000 per kilogram and 24-carat gold fell nearly ₹8,000 per 10 grams early January 30 on the MCX after recent record highs and profit-booking. This sudden correction gives buyers a chance, though markets remain volatile amid global cues.
On the second day of Parliament’s Budget Session 2026, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Economic Survey ahead of the 1 February Union Budget. The report forecasts sustained growth, outlines key reforms and GDP outlook, while both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha adjourned after tabling. Prime Minister Modi stressed economic confidence and reform momentum.
With Deputy CM Ajit Pawar’s sudden death leaving a political vacuum, Nationalist Congress Party leaders are discussing his wife Sunetra Pawar as a possible successor for the post. Key party figures have met her, sparking speculation she could become Maharashtra’s next Deputy Chief Minister.